Grayson Perry’s life story to be told in ‘outrageous’ musical
Summary
A new stage musical called Grayson the Musical will tell the life story of artist Grayson Perry. The show will cover his journey from childhood to international fame, featuring his art, dresses, and his teddy bear Alan Measles. It will have workshop performances in July in east London before further development.Key Facts
- The musical is co-created with Richard Thomas, composer of Jerry Springer: The Opera.
- It portrays Perry’s life from his childhood in Chelmsford to becoming a Turner Prize-winning artist.
- The show includes themes like identity, creativity, family, therapy, and cross-dressing.
- Perry wrote the lyrics; Richard Thomas composed the music; Sara-Ella Ozbek wrote the book.
- The character Alan Measles, Perry’s teddy bear, appears in a supporting role.
- The workshop runs from 16 to 19 July at Soho Theatre Walthamstow, where Perry once had a studio.
- Sean Foley directs the musical, described as an “irreverent odyssey” of Perry’s life experiences.
- Perry previously shared his story in a 2006 book and a 2023 stage show involving audience interaction.
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