Emily in Paris Star Lily Collins, Money Heist Actor Alvaro Morte Set West End Debu

In a notable convergence of screen talent and stage production, Lily Collins (“Emily in Paris”) and Álvaro Morte (“Money Heist”) are set to make their London West End debuts with Bess Wohl’s “Barcelona.”

“Barcelona” is billed as a two-hander play that unfolds during a late night in the titular Spanish city. The narrative follows an American tourist who goes home with a handsome Spaniard, with what begins as a casual encounter evolving into a more complex situation where personal and political elements intertwine.

The production, helmed by director Lynette Linton, is scheduled for a limited 12-week engagement at the Duke of York’s Theatre, running from Oct. 21, 2024, to Jan. 11, 2025.

Collins said: “It has been a childhood dream of mine to perform in the West End and I’m hugely excited to make my stage debut in Bess’ exciting play, ‘Barcelona.’ Working with this team has truly been a gift and I cannot wait for audiences to be taken on a thrilling journey as the play unravels. I knew the moment I finished reading the script, I had to play Irene.”

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Morte added: “The London theatre scene is a vibrant and exhilarating canvas for fresh, groundbreaking work. I am thrilled and honored to be a part of this captivating new play, marking my West End debut. I’m looking forward to bringing ‘Barcelona’ to life and sharing it with audiences.”

The creative team assembled for “Barcelona” includes Frankie Bradshaw handling set and costume design, Jai Morjaria on lighting, and the duo of Duramaney Kamara and Xana responsible for composition and sound design. Additional crew members include Gino Ricardo Green for video design, Cynthia De La Rosa for wigs, hair, and makeup and Shelley Maxwell as movement director and intimacy coordinator.

Wohl, whose credits include the Tony-nominated “Grand Horizons,” said: “Having my work on the West End with such phenomenal collaborators is a dream come true. I’m honored to have the chance to share this play with London audiences.”

Linton, who won accolades for her production of “Blues for an Alabama Sky” at the National Theatre, said: “What a privilege to be working with this incredible team of artists to bring Bess’ words to life. I can’t wait to get in the room with everyone.”

“Barcelona” is being brought to the stage through a collaboration of production entities, including ATG Productions, Bad Robot Live and Gavin Kalin Productions.

In an effort to make the production accessible to a wider audience, the producers have announced a weekly lottery. Starting Oct. 14, 200 tickets, including coveted front row seats, will be made available at £25 ($32) each every week.

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Update: 2024-08-30

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