Grindr: The Opera puts the most notorious gay hook-up app into the exaggerated world of opera. This musical parody takes you on a hilarious and thought-provoking journey through the world of gay dating, focusing on the greatest catalyst for the shift: GRINDR.
With catchy songs, witty dialogue, and colourful characters, this unique and ground-breaking production explores the impact of technology on human connection and the search for meaningful relationships.
Through the experiences of four gay men who use Grindr to connect with each other, Grindr: The Opera offers a satirical commentary on modern gay culture.
Review by Richard Lambert
review to follow
Cast
- Patrick Barrett – Devon
- Christian Lunn – Grindr
- Kane Verrall – Tom
- Will Joel – Jack
- Dereck Walker – Don
- Oliver Cartwright – On-stage Swing & Understudy (Devon, Don & Grindr)
- Will Loader – On-stage Swing, Dance Captain & Understudy (Tom & Jack)
Creative Team
- Book, Music & Lyrics: Erik Ransom
- Director & Choreographer: William Spencer
- Producer: Peter Bull for Above The Stag Theatre Ltd
- Musical Director & Orchestrator: Aaron Clingham
- Set & Costume Designer: David Shields
- Lighting Designer: Chuma Emembolu
- Sound Designer: Dominic Young
- Video Designer: Tom Edwards
- Associate Director: Lilly Butcher
- Production Manager: Jacques James Moussi
- Intimacy Director: Emma Bailey
- Casting Director: Daniel Lobo
The production runs at the Union Theatre from 18 June to 19 July 2026, before embarking on a UK tour to Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and Nottingham.
Tour details: click here