Thriller on stage for the first time
The first stage adaptation of Dan Brown’s best-selling thriller The Da Vinci Code is coming to Theatre Royal Brighton from March 15 to March 19.
It will feature Nigel Harman as Robert Langdon, Danny John-Jules as Sir Leigh Teabing, Hannah Rose Caton as Sophie Neveu and Joshua Lacy as Silas.
The production is directed by Luke Sheppard, who also directedaward-winningWest End musical & Juliet.
Producer Simon Friend said: “We have a truly stellar cast and creative team bringing The Da Vinci Code to life on stage for the first time, and with Dan Brown’s full endorsement of the show and the talented director Luke Sheppard at the helm, we’re confident that we’ll please devoted fans as well as newcomers to this magnificent story.
“Dan Brown’s epic thriller has been read by millions worldwide and seen by millions worldwide on the big screen.
“And we are all looking forward to taking our brand-new stage version to audiences all over the UK.”
Dan Brown said: “I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance this story.
“The team making the production has been faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.”
Nigel Harman played Dennis Rickman in EastEnders from 2003 to 5.