Lafayette: A New Musical workshop performance announced

The workshop performance will be held at the Studio Theatre in Edinburgh on 9th May

Blending bold storytelling, breathtaking moments of illusion and a soaring original score, Lafayette explores the cost of greatness and asks what must be sacrificed to become unforgettable.

Inspired by the life and legend of acclaimed illusionist Sigmund Neuberger, better known as The Great Lafayette.

On 9th May 1911, whilst performing one of his most famous illusions at Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre – then called the Empire Palace Theatre – the world-famous Lafayette was killed by a fire that engulfed the stage. Now, 115 years to the day, a brand new musical will unearth the great magician’s story once again.

This new musical work in progress production with book & direction by John Binnie, music & lyrics by Richard Ferguson and illusion/puppetry design by Fergus Dunnet is supported by Capital Theatres and Creative Scotland.