11th-15th May 2027, Hampton Hill Theatre
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can, is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for 4 Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning “dream team”, with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abagnale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
Director’s Vision
Catch Me If You Can is a show that dazzles with style while quietly tugging at the heart strings. Our production will celebrate the musical’s fabulous score; from cool Rat Pack inspired swing to smooth ballads and bright 1960s pop, with colourful, energetic company numbers that showcase the full ensemble.
While the narrative focuses on Frank Abagnale Jr. and the two influential men in his life, Detective Hanratty and Frank’s father, the women in their lives are central to understanding the choices these men make. In our production the female roles will be fully realised: strong, resilient, emotionally rich, and never tokenistic. We will be honouring the 1960s through costume, dialogue, and movement, while ensuring the women are not routinely objectified, but instead portrayed with agency and depth.
At its core, this musical is a coming of age tale; warm, messy, funny, and unexpectedly moving. It reminds us that even the most extraordinary true stories are shaped by flawed relationships, human longing, and the people who lift us up or let us fall. By the end of the show I hope everyone will be smiling, shaking their heads, and thinking, I can’t believe this is a true story (possibly with less dancing).
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PRODUCTION TEAM
Director
Sian Bowles-Bevan
Sian is an experienced director with a strong background in largescale musicals, cabarets,
revues and plays. She has directed for a variety of companies in West London, often taking
the dual role of director/choreographer for shows including: The Wedding Singer, The
Drowsy Chaperone, The Producers, Crazy For You, Starlights, The Melody Lingers On and
multiple pantomimes for adult casts and youth theatre. Sian has also directed plays for
community and school groups. For Bros Theatre Company Sian directed Sister Act (The
Minack), Life is a Cabaret (OSO), The Addams Family (Richmond Theatre), Soho Cinders
(Hampton Hill), and was choreographer for The Kids Left, The Dog Died, Now What? (OSO)
and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Richmond Theatre).
Sian has been immersed in musical theatre for over 5 decades gaining experience as a
performer, both principal and ensemble roles, and these opportunities continue to shape her
approach to directing. Sian loves telling stories through acting, music and dance, and is
committed to a collaborative rehearsal room where everyone’s ideas and skills are valued.
Above all, Sian aims to create a safe, supportive, and joyful space where everyone can work
hard, take risks, and have fun.
Choreographer
Paul Madeley
Paul is thrilled to be working with BROS Theatre Company once again. Trained in musical theatre from a young age, he went on to study at Laine Theatre Arts, graduating in 2002 before launching straight into a professional performing career. Paul spent nearly a decade performing internationally, including on cruise ships, in the West End and across the London fringe, developing a wealth of experience across a wide range of performance styles.
With a strong foundation as a professional dancer and performer, Paul has built an extensive reputation as a choreographer, creating dynamic and engaging movement for productions including The Wedding Singer, Oliver!, Joseph and the Technicolour Dreamcoat, Once on This Island, Sister Act, Elf the Musical and Shrek, among many others. His varied experience across musical theatre, commercial performance and storytelling through movement has helped shape his energetic and character-driven approach to choreography.
Paul is especially excited to get started on Catch Me If You Can, bringing his knowledge and passion for classic showgirl styling, jazz technique, Fosse-inspired movement and the many iconic dance styles that make this show such an exciting and energetic spectacle.
Musical Director
James Hall
James Hall is an accomplished musical director, singing teacher and piano accompanist with over a decade of experience immersed in musical theatre. Known for his expertise in piano accompaniment and voice pedagogy, he has dedicated his career to nurturing the next generation of performers and providing excellent musical services. James holds an ATCL in Musical Theatre, a BA in Music & Dance from Kingston University, PGCE from the Institute of Education and an MA in Musical Direction from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.
Currently he is training with Anne-Marie Speed on the Estill EMT pathway and applying to be a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. In addition to his academic achievements, James has worked extensively as a musical director, audition pianist and piano accompanist, collaborating with industry professionals on everything from one off concerts to UK tours. His arrangements and compositions have been heard both in the UK and Off Broadway and have been praised for their detail and dramatic relevance.
As a regular face around many UK drama schools James teaches technical singing, repertoire, acting through song and musicianship. James runs a successful private singing studio in Redhill & Surbiton with students obtaining places at top drama schools/universities and clients performing all over the world.
Previous credits with BROS include The Kids Left, The Dog Died, Now What? (OSO, Barnes) and Miller Plays The Musicals (Richmond Theatre) as well as Keys credits for High Society (Richmond Theatre), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels & Carousel (Minack)