Details

Inspired by Handel's celebration of the story of Christ. Carnival Messiah uses the colourful, exuberant traditions of Trinidad carnival and folklore to create an electrifying stage musical. Singers, musicians and dances from around the world combine gospel, jazz, calypso and rock in a glorious fusion of contemporary and traditional music.

Cast/Performers

Jean 'Binta' Breeze (Mama God), Ram John Holder, Anne P Fridal, Ella Andall, Alyson Brown, Renee Castle, Tom Briggs Davis, Jeremy Dodds, Kerry Frampton, Brian Green, Matthew Minkin, Ronald Samm, Simone Sauphranor, Michelle Scally, Nigel Wong, David Hamilton, Donald Edwards

Creatives/Company

Book by: Geraldine Connor
Music: Geraldine Conner
Lyrics: Geraldine Conner
Company(s): Carnival Messiah Ltd, The West Yorkshire Playhouse
Director: Andre Tanker (music)
Design: Wayne Berkley
Choreographer: Carole La Chapelle
Lighting: Robert Bryan