Kiss Me, Kate revival at the Barbican with Adrian Dunbar and Stephanie J Block

Cole Porter's musical comedy is set for a 15 weeks run at the Barbican Theatre

Adrian Dunbar, best known for Line of Duty and Tony Award winner Stephane J Block will take the lead role in Cole Porter's famous musical comedy.

Anthony Van Laast will direct the show, choreographer Anthony Van Laast.

Adrian Dunbar said: “I’m so delighted to be returning to the stage this summer to my spiritual home at the Barbican - where I started my career at The Guildhall School of Music and Drama - especially in this Cole Porter classic with the wonderful creative team including Bart Sher and Stephanie J. Block. Summer 2024 just got a lot brighter!”   

Stephanie J. Block added: "Look... when asked to bring a Cole Porter classic to the Barbican stage under the care and vision of Bart Sher, one must say yes! There are so many 'firsts' to this opportunity, and at this stage of my career, 'firsts' are not the norm. How wonderfully scary and challenging and thrilling. I cannot wait to dive into this timeless classic and put a fresh stamp on it alongside the incredible Adrian Dunbar. Mark my words, this Kiss Me, Kate will most definitely not be just 'another openin,' another show'."

The 15-week run will start on 4 June and lasts until 14 September.