CHARIOTS OF FIRE Announces Final West End Cast

Tomorrow, Tuesday 13 November 2012 sees the final cast in Edward Hall's critically acclaimed production of Chariots of Fire take to the track at the Gielgud Theatre after its previously announced extension through to 2 February 2013.

An exclusive family ticket for Chariots of Fire has now been made available, making it possible for a family of four to see this five star production in top price seats from only £99 (based on two adults and two children). This ticket can be purchased in person at the Box Office of the Gielgud Theatre, by calling 0844 4825130 or at www.chariotsoffireonstage.com

The cast comprises Jack Lowden (Eric Liddell) and James McArdle (Harold Abrahams) who continue to lead the company. They are joined by David Beams (Head Porter/Reverend Liddell/Foster/Lord Cadogan), Isabella Calthorpe (Florence Mackenzie), Gareth Charlton (Jackson Scholz), Henry Davis (Charlie Paddock), Lloyd Everitt (Athlete), Zac Fox (Aubrey Montague), Daniel Fraser (Athlete/Jim), Nickolas Grace (Master Of Trinity/Duke of Sutherland/Colonel Keddie), Leigh Lothian (Jennie Liddell), David McGranaghan (President of Gilbert & Sullivan/Colin), Aki Omoshaybi (Athlete/Reg), Matthew Pearson (Sandy McGrath), Savannah Stevenson (Sybil Gordon), Paul Tinto (Secretary of the Gilbert and Sullivan Society), Dylan Turner (Athlete/Mr Ratcliffe ), Gabriel Vick (Robin/HRH The Prince of Wales), Simon Williams (Master of Caius), Tam Williams (Lord Andrew Lindsay) and Nicholas Woodeson (Sam Mussabini).

Michael Rose, Producer of Chariots of Fire said: "London 2012 may be over, but at the Gielgud Theatre audiences continue to be thrilled by our very own cast of athletes. Telling the moving story of two of Britain's true Olympic hero's , Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams, Chariots of Fire is an exhilarating adaptation of the legendary Oscar winning movie. Just in time for the holiday season, we are now delighted to offer an exclusive family ticket in the hope that we can inspire the next generation of Olympians and theatre goers!"

Award-winning playwright Mike Bartlett's new adaptation, inspired by Colin Welland's original screenplay, is based on Olympic heroes Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams' remarkable inspirational tale of hope, honour and belief. Chariots of Fire features the legendary music of Vangelis with additional live music and arrangements by Tony Award-winning composer Jason Carr. The Vangelis soundtrack Chariots of Fire: The Play - Music from the Stage Show is now available on Decca Records. Designer Miriam Buether has transformed the Gielgud Theatre into an immersive stadia experience, evoking the spirit of the 1924 Paris Olympic Games. Costumes are by Michael Howells with lighting by Rick Fisher, choreography by Scott Ambler and sound by Paul Groothuis.