Stage adaptation of Thelma And Louise to have world premiere in London

A stage adaptation of Thelma And Louise will have its world premiere at London’s Young Vic theatre later this year, it has been announced.

The new musical has been written by Callie Khouri, who penned the original film starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis more than 30 years ago.

Directed by Ridley Scott, the 1991 film follows two best friends who go on the run after a deadly encounter with a stranger at a roadside bar.

The new show, with music and lyrics by Grammy-nominated artist Neko Case, will star Rachel Tucker and Amy Lennox as the title characters, with Trip Cullman serving as director.

Producers Sonia Friedman and Imogen Brodie said: “From the moment it premiered in 1991, Thelma & Louise was a cultural phenomenon and an instant classic.

“Callie Khouri’s groundbreaking, funny, deeply moving and empowering film sparked a vital and urgent conversation around violence against women and girls, and women’s autonomy in the face of systemic injustice.

“Astonishingly, nearly 35 years later, we find ourselves in a world where female, indeed all, human rights are under serious threat, making this story feel not only relevant but necessary. At its heart, it speaks to freedom, solidarity, friendship and the ongoing fight for equality – all of which continue to resonate today.

“In bringing this story to the stage, we are reimagining it theatrically and musically, so it feels wholly born for the live experience – immediate, visceral and a rollercoaster of a night out.

“Together with our exceptional creative team – Callie, Neko and Trip –  and our brilliant co-producers Blue Spruce Productions, Ley Line Entertainment, Callie, Mandy Greenfield and MGM On Stage, we are thrilled that Thelma & Louise: A New Musical will begin its journey at the Young Vic.”

Khouri said: “I’m thrilled to be collaborating with the Young Vic, Sonia Friedman Productions, Scott Delman, Ley Line Entertainment and Mandy Greenfield in this newly reimagined story of Thelma And Louise.

“It’s still a wild and emotional ride made even better by the contribution of the enormous talents of Neko Case, Trip Cullman and our amazing creative team. I can’t wait for audiences to experience this timely retelling.”

Thelma And Louise will open the 2026/27 season at the Young Vic and run from September 3 to October 24, with press night on September 16.

The season will also include the premiere of the English language adaptation of Eurotrash, which will reunite Black Doves stars Ben Whishaw and Kathryn Hunter as a mother and son who embark on a road trip through the Swiss Alps to give away their vast family fortune in an attempt to escape the shadows of their past.

The show will run from November 13 to January 9.