Bristol Old Vic has announced the full cast for its Christmas production Cinderella: A Fairytale, promising a lively retelling of the classic story featuring music and humour. The production brings together local talent under the direction of Lisa Gregan.

Cinderella: A Fairytale will run at Bristol Old Vic from 27 November 2026 to 2 January 2027. The production is directed by Lisa Gregan and features live music, aiming to deliver an inventive and joyful take on the much-loved fairy tale.

Joëlle Brabban will star as Ella, with Joseph Langdon cast as the bird-watching Prince. The supporting cast includes Dionne Draper as the Queen, Cathy Walker as the Stepmother, Guy Hughes as Ella’s Stepbrother and Daisy Ann Fletcher as her Stepsister.

Lisa Gregan praised the ensemble, highlighting their warmth, humour and creativity. She said the company is “full of joy, music and magic” and emphasised the importance of involving fantastic local talent in the production.

The show features original writing by Sally Cookson, Adam Peck and the Bristol Old Vic company. Composer Alex Heane doubles as the on-stage musical director, underscoring the live music element of the performance.

Creative team members include set, costume and puppet designer Rachael Canning, who also directs puppetry, along with movement director Chi-San Howard, lighting designer Mike Gunning, sound designer Elena Peña, casting director Ruby Gilmour and associate director Robert Furey.

This new adaptation sits within Bristol Old Vic’s tradition of festive productions that combine storytelling with inventive stagecraft and live performance, signalling a vibrant season ahead.