Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Into the Woods: A Hypnotic Musical Revival
Into the Woods is a musical that tells the stories of characters from fairy tales like Cinderella, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding Hood.
It's a mix of funny and serious, with beautiful music and lyrics.
A new production directed by Jordan Fein is being praised for being amazing.
The actors, especially Kate Fleetwood, Jamie Parker, and Katie Brayben, are doing a fantastic job.
The set, costumes, and lighting are also really impressive.
It's a great show that combines all the themes in a clever way.
You can see it at the Bridge Theatre in London until the end of May.
Into the Woods is a musical based on fairy tales, with a book by James Lapine and music by Stephen Sondheim.
The new production, directed by Jordan Fein, is praised for its hypnotic and sharp performance.
The set and costume designs by Tom Scutt and lighting by Aideen Malone are stunning and atmospheric.
Actors Kate Fleetwood, Jamie Parker, and Katie Brayben are highlighted for their exceptional performances.
The musical is described as both playful and profound, with a lush score and clever lyrics.
- Who
- Stephen Sondheim (author), James Lapine (book), Jordan Fein (director), Kate Fleetwood, Jamie Parker, Katie Brayben (actors)
- What
- A revival of the musical 'Into the Woods'
- When
- Until 30 May
- Where
- Bridge Theatre, London SE1
- Why
- To present a sophisticated and clever revival of the musical
- Play
- Into the Woods
- Author
- Stephen Sondheim
- Book
- James Lapine
- Director
- Jordan Fein
- Set and Costume Design
- Tom Scutt
- Lighting Design
- Aideen Malone
- Location
- Bridge Theatre, London SE1
- Run Until
- 30 May