Where is the show?

ESPA are delighted (and a little relieved) to announce the new venue for Parade! We will be heading over to the highly sought after, Nomad Theatre this June! We understand we are a little further afield (over the old Redhill) but we are determined for the show to go on and we would love and appreciate your support in joining us at this new venue. The Nomad Theatre is based in the picturesque village of East Horsley, less than 15 miles from Redhill. 

How do I book?

To book your tickets for Parade, click here: ticketsource.co.uk/east-surrey-performing-arts

What can I expect?

Experience the power of hope in the face of adversity with this daring, innovative and bold Tony Award-winning musical, Parade.

In its 25th Anniversary this year, the themes of this show still resonate, as the backdrop of religious intolerance, political injustice and racial tension takes you on a journey through the darkest corners of America’s history. Immerse yourself in the genius of acclaimed playwright Alfred Uhry (Driving Miss Daisy) and a rousing, colourful and haunting score by Jason Robert Brown (Songs For A New World, The Last Five Years).

Parade is filled with soaring music and a heart-wrenching story, offering a moral lesson about the dangers of prejudice and ignorance that should not be forgotten. Allow Parade to ignite your emotions and inspire conversations about the resilience of the human spirit. If you’re looking for a powerful, moving theatrical experience, look no further than this unforgettable show.

Our Creatives 

Director: Damien de Roche

Musical Director: Jamie Cordell

Movement Director: Chloe Roberts

Our Cast

Leo Frank – Gareth Thomas
Lucille Frank – Gemma Bowden
Hugh Dorsey – James Bailey
Tom Watson – Ben Hopkins
Britt Craig – Michael Saunders
Frankie Epps/Young Soldier – Jamie McFadden
Jim Conley – TBC
Minola McKnight – Mithu Lucraft
Mary Phagan – Nia Harrington-Benton
Iola Stover – Meghan Richards
Monteen – Susanne Sinisalu
Essie – Saskia Leach
Mrs Phagan – Sophie Toyer
Governor Slaton/Old Soldier – Kevin Stuart
Mrs Sally Slaton – Jenny Tullett
Luther Rosser - Adam Stevens
Newt Lee - Eddie Hinds
Riley - Tyrone Haywood
Angela - Angie Barton
Judge Roan – Mark Nicholson
Detective Starnes –Jonathan Grey
Officer Ivey – Dan Reader
Mr Peavy – Matt Weaver

Factory Girls

Aimee Hartnett-Riddle
Amelia Hulbert
Amy Marsden
Hannah Miles
Lily Porter
Philippa Hogg

Ensemble

Abigail Thackray

Amelia Laing

Brandon Arnold

Chloe Roberts

Clare McFadden

Katherine Stokes

Lisa Kelly

Martin Harper

Matt Barnett

Nicola Walton

Svetlana Sdobnikova

Tim Hatt