Cinderella: the AWESOME truth is a brand new, magical musical coming to Polka. Featuring catchy songs, puppets (some good, some bad), sausage rolls and special effects. 

The first production to be performed in Polka’s brand new Main Stage, this is not a show to be missed. Inspired by conversations with children and scientists about the classic fairy story and healthy body image, this production is a fun and refreshingly modern take on a beloved story. This feel-good festive show, with music and lyrics by the award-winning Felix Hagan (Operation Mincemeat, New Diorama Theatre), celebrates the power of friendship and self-worth. Co-produced with One Tenth Human (Arthur, Edinburgh Fringe First winner) and written and directed by Sarah Punshon (The Box of Photographs, Polka Theatre), this adventure to remember has been co-created with Toni-Dee Paul (Artist Associate, Selina Thompson Ltd). 

The production features a cast of upcoming stars and West End talent, including Jade Lauren (Rent, Shaw Theatre) as Cindy, Tiajna Amayo (NYT REP company) as Ella, James Keningale (Henry V, OVO) as Prince Charming and LJ Parkinson (Death Drop, The Garrick Theatre) as Dandini.

The production will feature set and costume design by Oliver Townsend (Macbeth, Manchester Royal Exchange) with puppets created by Judith Hope (The RSC/V&A Museum), with lighting & video by Gillian Tan (South Pacific, Chichester Festival Theatre), and sound design by Tom Attwood (Holes, Nottingham Playhouse). The creative team also includes movement director Jreena Green (The Fantastic Flitcrofts, Working Title Films) and One Tenth Human producer Raffia Hussain (What Fatima Did, Derby Theatre).