The classic fairytale of Cinderella will be given an ice-cold twist this month as Little Seeds Music present a brand-new musical for families, Cinderella Ice Cream Seller, from Wednesday 23 to Thursday 24 April at the New Vic Theatre.
Stopping off in Staffordshire as part of a UK tour, Cinderella Ice Cream Seller puts a unique spin on the much-loved classic and offers a delightful blend of storytelling, music and theatrical magic for audiences both young and old.
Telling the story of how Cinderella, once a humble ice cream maker with not a penny to her name, built a thriving ice cream empire – the musical follows characters Talvi and Caldwell as they unravel the tale of Cinderella’s journey from rags to riches, while exploring their own hopes, dreams, and the magic of ice cream.
Suitable for children aged five and over and their families, this touring production combines the musicality of a West End show with the intimacy of traditional storytelling and is performed by a cast of two including Lauren Harthorpe (Coup Coup Club, Allegra, Leeds Conservatoire, Elvi Pipper; Twelfth Night, Antonio and Valentine, Leeds Conservatoire) and David Gibb (Three Bears, Jingle’s Magic Sleigh, WISH, Suddenly A Star, The Story Museum; JACK!, The Met, Bury; Hansel & Gretel Nottingham Playhouse).
On his inspiration behind the show, writer and composer David Gibb said: “I was really interested in how much of a role ice cream plays in our lives and how it’s so universally enjoyed by almost everyone. It’s there for us at every occasion, whether it’s an ice cream sundae for a birthday celebration, a 99 with a flake on holiday by the sea, or a great big tub of Ben & Jerry’s to ease a broken heart. I had so much fun exploring all of this through the story of Cinderella, adding lots of changes and unexpected twists and turns, but still retaining the best parts of the original tale. It’s also a story about being brave, learning to work together, and listening and learning from people who are different to you and I’m really proud of the message the show delivers.”
Cinderella Ice Cream Seller takes to the stage at the New Vic from Wednesday 23 to Thursday 24 April 2025. Tickets are on sale now priced at £12.00. For more information and to book call the Box Office on 01782 717962 or visit newvictheatre.org.uk.
Listings
New Vic Theatre Presents
Cinderella Ice Cream Seller
Written and composed by David Gibb
Directed by Tristan Jackson-Pate
Wednesday 23 April – Thursday 24 April
New Vic Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and, um, ice cream?
Over the last four decades, Cinderella’s has become the kingdom’s most beloved ice cream company, with a parlour on every street corner. But how did a humble ice cream maker with not a penny to her name end up as a multimillionaire businesswoman with her own ice cream empire?
In this new musical for families and children, join Talvi and Caldwell, loyal employees of Cinderella’s, as they share her rags to riches tale, and confront their own desires, hopes, and the magic that lies within each scoop of Cinderella’s legendary ice cream.
Perfect for children and families alike, this exciting musical retelling of a fairytale classic promises a delightful blend of storytelling, stunning live music, and theatrical magic that will capture your heart and tickle your taste buds.
Cast:
Lauren Harthorpe Talvi; David Gibb Caldwell
Creative Team:
Writer and Composer David Gibb | Director Tristan Jackson-Pate | Producer & Company Manager Ellie Dimmock | Designer Vic Spearing | Dramaturg Renata Allen | | Prop Maker Jana Lakatos | Lighting Designer Nomi Everall | Technical Support James Ball
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
April
Wed 23 – 3:30pm
Thu 24 – 11:30am; 2:00pm
Tickets: £12.00
Suitable for ages 5+
Running time: 60 minutes
http://www.littleseedsmusic.co.uk/
New Vic Theatre
Box Office 01782 717962
Website: newvictheatre.org.uk
