Details

How did a Cyclist, an Accountant, and the Cardinal of Tuscany join forces to pull off one of the most remarkable rescue operations of the War? Glory Ride reveals the untold tale of an Italian Tour de France winner who uses his fame and his bicycle to save hundreds of children from Mussolini's Fascists. The show takes place in Tuscany and features soaring, memorable songs, along with a witty book and comic relief.

Cast/Performers

Josh St Clair (Gino Bartali), Amy Di Bartolomeo (Adriana Bani), Fed Zanni (Major Mario Carita), Daniel Robinson (Giorgio Nico), Ruairidh McDonald (Felix), Ryan Bennett (Commander Graziani), Peter Watts (Fantali), James Coyne (Cosmo), Loris Scarpa (Lorenzo), Susianna Paisio (Rosetta), Steve Watts (Torello), Alice Spigariol (Ensemble)

Creatives/Company

Book by(s): Victoria Buchholz, Todd Buchholz
Music(s): Victoria Buchholz, Todd Buchholz
Lyrics(s): Victoria Buchholz, Todd Buchholz
Director(s): Kelly Devine, Ricky J Hines (associate director), Harry Blumenau (CDG - casting)
Musical Director: Dave Rose
Design: PJ McEvoy
Costume: PJ McEvoy
Other: Federico Bellone (Italian Cultural Adviser)
Producer: Glory Ride 2023 Ltd