Ben Platt to star in London premiere of Midnight at the Never Get

Ben Platt will star in the UK premiere of Midnight at the Never Get. 

With book, music and lyrics by Golden Globe and Grammy Award-winner Mark Sonnenblick, the musical is set in New York in 1965. It follows Trevor Copeland and Arthur Brightman’s illegal romance, where they meet to perform songs in a secret nightclub act. David Cromer will direct a new production for its premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory.

Sonnenblick, who is currently nominated for an Academy Award for his work on KPop Demon Hunters, said: “This show means a tremendous amount to me, and it’s a gift to collaborate with Ben again – he’s a once-in-a-generation performer.” The two previously worked together on Theater Camp.

“I can’t wait for audiences to experience his performance in the beautifully intimate theatre at the Menier. It’s also a huge privilege to work with the brilliant David Cromer as we realise the piece afresh for its UK premiere.”

We spoke with Sonnenblick (just moments after he received his Oscar nomination) and Platt about bringing the show to London. Watch the interview below:

Platt, who will be making his London theatre run debut as Trevor Copeland, added: “I’m thrilled to be undertaking my first full run on the London stage at the Menier as it transforms into the nightclub setting of The Never Get. It’s truly wonderful to work with Mark, who is not only a genius songwriter, but who has also become a true friend.

“It’s a very special piece, my first wholly original musical since Dear Evan Hansen, and we look forward to working with the generationally talented David Cromer to create this singular experience.”

Listen to an extended chat on our free WhatsOnStage Podcast:

You can enjoy a video of the pair performing a number from the musical below.

The production will have set design by Scott Pask, with further cast and creative team to be announced. It is conceived by Sam Bolen, Max Friedman, and Sonnenblick, and presented by the Menier Chocolate Factory, in association with Greg Berlanti and Robbie Rogers, and ATG Productions (by Kristin Caskey, Bee Carrozzini, and Mike Isaacson).

Midnight at the Never Get runs at the Menier Chocolate Factory from 11 July to 12 September, with an opening night set for 20 July.

Priority booking for supporters of the Menier Chocolate Factory opens on 2 March, with general booking opening on 11 March.