Freddie Fox to make musical theatre debut in High Society

Freddie Fox is set to make his musical theatre debut.

The performer will feature in a new revival of High Society, playing at the Barbican.

With music and lyrics by Cole Porter and a book by Arthur Kopit, it follows preparations for a society wedding that begin to unravel as past relationships resurface and an intrusive reporter arrives.

The score includes Porter standards such as “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire”, “I Love Paris”, “Well, Did You Evah?”, “Just One of Those Things”, “Let’s Misbehave”, “You’re Sensational” and “True Love”.

Fox will play Mike Connor, opposite the previously revealed stars Helen George and Felicity Kendal.

He commented: “I couldn’t be more excited to be making my musical theatre debut in High Society at the Barbican Theatre. It’s the realisation of a boyhood dream for me, and I can’t wait to dive into this world, the music and the sheer joy of Cole Porter.”

The full cast and creative team have also been revealed.

The production is directed by Rachel Kavanaugh, with choreography by Anthony Van Laast and musical supervision by Stephen Ridley, who will lead a full orchestra. The musical is based on Philip Barry’s play The Philadelphia Story, with additional lyrics by Susan Birkenhead.

High Society begins performances on 19 May 2026 and runs until 11 July.