One of the most successful stage shows of recent times returns to Capital FM Arena Nottingham on Tuesday 4 December 2012 with a new star and another technological leap forward.
Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of the Worlds – The New Generation is proud to announce Jason Donovan as Parson Nathaniel, Kaiser Chiefs’ Ricky Wilson as the Artilleryman and Wicked’s Kerry Ellis as Beth!
Check out a little taster of what the show has in store for you on our official YouTube channel!
‘The New Generation’ of Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds has been launched in conjunction with Sony Music, Live Nation and SJM Concerts, featuring a new interpretation of the classic recording.
Internationally acclaimed actor Liam Neeson will be seen in 3D holography as the story’s narrator and leading a new cast. Neeson will be seen in three ways: appearing as the first full body hologram seen on stage interacting with live actors, as an 11-foot high holographic head and shoulders hovering above the stage, and appearing within the two-hour CGI film projected onto the incredible 100 foot wide ‘animation wall’ which adds a true epic scale to the production.
Liam takes over from Richard Burton, whose holographic head had appeared in the show since 2006, using the original narration from Jeff Wayne’s classic 1978 album, a sound that has lived long in the memory and deep in the psyche of generations who have heard it.
Over the years, Jeff was often asked how he would approach composing and producing The War of The Worlds in today’s world, rather than the mid 1970s. He always answered ‘why fix what isn’t broken? Now some 33 years on, this same question kept returning.
“After long consideration,” says Jeff, “I concluded that for future productions, some of HG Wells’ storylines and characters should be re-explored. It would also give me the chance to re-interpret my compositions with the production techniques of today, exciting from a musician’s point of view.
“But perhaps the greatest opportunity was revisiting the main character of George Herbert, The Journalist and the development of the love story between George and his fiancée Carrie (played by Anna-Marie Wayne). While it may have been the greatest opportunity, it was also the hardest decision to make because I knew that with a re-developed storyline, a new Journalist would need to be sought as Richard Burton’s original performance, was finite.
“And whoever that person might turn out to be, he would have to be of no less stature and quality of voice than that of Richard – an incredibly tough act to follow. But once again I have been fortunate, and have attracted Liam Neeson to these New Generation productions. He has, so-to-speak, been handed the ‘baton’ from Richard Burton, and I believe audiences and listeners alike will find Liam’s interpretation no less compelling.”
By good fortune, Liam is a huge fan of the original album, having purchased it when it was first released in 1978. And ironically, as the ‘new kid on the block’, he acted in a mini TV series on what turned out to be one of Richard Burton’s last roles before his untimely passing.
Price: £42.50 - £62.50 (plus booking fee)
You can book through our Ticket Hotline on 08444 124 624, online or you can call into the Capital FM Arena Nottingham Box Office, Bolero Square, The Lace Market Nottingham, NG1 1LA, which is open 9am - 9pm seven days a week.
Why not make your night out to see Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War Of The Worlds… the New Generation a night to remember by treating yourself to one of our Hospitality Experience ticket packages:
Premier Seating Hospitality Experience: £85.00
◦ Seats in the Premier Seating area of the Arena, which are right at the heart of the action and offer some of the best views of the stage
◦ Access to the exclusive Directors Bar, one hour prior to the start of the show until 30 minutes after the main act commences , where you can enjoy a drink in a relaxed atmosphere away from the crowds
◦ One complimentary drink and either a packet of Cadbury chocolates or mini Pringles per person
◦ No additional booking fee
Platinum Suite Hospitality Experience: £95.00
◦ Ticket for the show within a shared Executive Suite where you can enjoy the show from a viewing balcony which offers panoramic views of the Arena
◦ A welcome drink upon arrival to the Platinum Suite (glass of house wine, bottle of beer or soft drink)
◦ Two Course Set Menu served prior to the show in the Platinum Suite
◦ Full waiter/ waitress service throughout the show
◦ Access to the exclusive VIP Bar area; before, during and after the show
◦ No additional booking fee
If you fancy watching the show in style you can buy Hospitality Experience by calling 0843 373 3000 or by using our online form.
Price: £42.50 - £62.50 (plus booking fee)
For groups of 10 or more (where applicable) please call our Group Booking line on 0843 373 3000 or by emailing groupconcerts@capitalfmarena.com.
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