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Saturday, 11 July 2026

Bellingham Film Palace

"Se6 3Bt, Gb", London, SE6 3BT

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Cole Porter ’s High Society has taken over the Barbican Theatre, starring Helen George ( Call the Midwife, The King and I ) as Tracy Lord and Felicity Kendal ( Noises Off, The Good Life ) as Mother Lord. This strictly limited eight-week season marks the first large-scale London production in over a decade. Expect a glamorous, Golden Age experience filled with iconic songs, elegant staging, and the sparkle of two beloved stars of stage and screen. Secure your High Society tickets early to enjoy this lavish musical before it begins its UK tour. About High Society This new revival of High Society, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh , brings Cole Porter ’s classic musical comedy back to life with wit, romance and a full-size orchestra performing hits like “True Love,” “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” and “Well, Did You Evah!” Inspired by The Philadelphia Story , the musical follows glamorous socialite Tracy Lord as her wedding plans unravel thanks to an ex-husband, a persistent reporter and a cascade of champagne-fuelled complications. It’s elegant, funny and filled with timeless Porter charm. Facts and Critical Acclaim Starring Helen George and Felicity Kendal , two of the UK’s favourite performers. The first major London revival since 2015. Includes some of Cole Porter ’s most enduring songs. The musical is based on the much-loved MGM movie starring Bing Crosby , Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra .

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Spotlight on: Felicity Kendal Felicity Kendal has been a defining presence in British theatre and television for more than five decades. Born in the West Midlands, she grew up touring with her family’s repertory company in India before returning to the UK in her teens. Instead of formal drama school, Kendal’s training was shaped by the stage itself; she learned her craft through constant performance, observation, and the discipline of repertory theatre. Her long-standing professional relationship with playwright Tom Stoppard became a defining thread in her career. The two worked together repeatedly from the early 1980s onwards, and Kendal originated roles in several of Stoppard’s major plays, establishing one of modern theatre’s most significant actor-writer collaborations. Along the way, she earned multiple honours, including a BAFTA nomination, the Clarence Derwent Award, and the Evening Standard Theatre Award for Best Actress. In 1995 she received a CBE for her services to Drama. Where have you seen her before? Kendal’s stage career flourished through the 1980s and 1990s, particularly through her close association with Tom Stoppard. She starred in the first productions of On the Razzle , The Real Thing , Hapgood , and Arcadia , roles that showcased her precision, timing, and intellectual lightness. She also became one of director Peter Hall ’s most frequent collaborators, appearing in ten of his productions.

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