New musical Polly to hold public workshop performance later this month

A new musical, Polly: A 21st Century Love Story, will receive a one-night showcase at The Other Palace Studio on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, with an industry performance at 3pm followed by a public performance at 7pm.

The show follows Polly, a plus-sized, polyamorous northerner living in London, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she receives a wedding invitation from her cousin Luke.

Natalie Durkin leads the cast as Polly, with Aaron Lee Lambert appearing as Adam. They are joined by Mark Anderson as Harry, Adam Colbeck-Dunn as Luke, Molly Lynch as Emily, Claudia Kariuki as Jen, Martin Callaghan as David, and Daniele Coombe as Tina.

Polly: A 21st Century Love Story is written by Durkin, with music and lyrics by Joe Tapper, and is directed by Amy Anders Corcoran. The workshop is intended to introduce the piece to industry professionals and audiences as the creative team continues to develop the musical for future productions.

The showcase is produced by Chris Darby for Daddy’s Money alongside Liam McIntosh Entertainment. Musical direction is by Jordan Paul Clarke. The running time is approximately one hour and 35 minutes, and the production is recommended for audiences aged 15 and above due to references to sex, intimacy, bondage, parental loss and mental health.