Assassins

"Everybody has the right to their dreams.”

Assassins tells the stories of nine individuals who either attempted to or succeeded in assassinating Presidents of the United States. The show explores the concept of the American Dream, or rather the dark side of that Dream – that quick fame is the objective and one of the quickest routes to that is to try to kill a President.

Our production will reimagine Assassins in a modern setting and show that, despite being 30 years old, the themes and lessons are still present in our lives today.

Director Dan Edge said: "I am thrilled to be given the opportunity to present a new take on Assassins. The show is incredibly relevant to our current political and social situation, and I hope that the new setting and style will resonate with audiences and show what happens to those that are left behind by the American Dream."

Content warnings: The show includes scenes of and references to violence, including guns and gunshots, death, suicide and strong language. Recommended for ages 15+.

Assassins plays at the Bridewell Theatre from 17-21 September 2024.

Assassins Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by John Weidman

Assassins is based on an idea by Charles Gilbert, Jr.
Playwrights Horizons, Inc. - New York City produced Assassins Off-Broadway in 1990
Orchestrations by Michael Starobin

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk