Nimax Theatres- RICHARD KIND TO JOIN CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PRODUCTION OF THE PRODUCERS AS MAX BIALYSTOCK FOR SEVEN WEEKS ONLY

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★★★★★
‘A masterful musical comedy’
The Times

 

Richard Kind will star as Max Bialystock opposite Marc Antolin’s Leo Bloom in the critically acclaimed, major West End revival of The Producers for seven weeks only at the Garrick Theatre.

Kind will begin performances on Monday 23 March, temporarily stepping into the role while Andy Nyman departs to open the world premiere production of The Psychic (co-written with Jeremy Dyson) at York Theatre Royal. Nyman will return to the role from 11 May.

Kind previously played Max Bialystock on Broadway in 2004, succeeding Nathan Lane, and later reprised the role in the 2012 Hollywood Bowl production.

Richard Kind said today, “Mel Brooks is a genius. Every time I come back to The Producers, I’m reminded what a comic masterpiece it is – the jokes, the infectious energy of the story, the sheer audacity of it all – it still feels as fresh as ever. I’m so thrilled to be returning to the iconic role of Max Bialystock; this is a hat trick for me – they just can’t keep me away! I’ll be sure to keep Andy’s fedora warm for his return, and I’m excited to dive into rehearsals. It’s good to be back.”

Mel Brooks added, “When I learned we needed an actor to briefly fill Andy’s nearly unfillable shoes, only one name came to mind. Richard Kind is a true force of nature—he’s got enough talent and energy to fill two stages! I am beyond thrilled for audiences at The Garrick to experience his Max Bialystock. London, get ready; you’re in for a hilarious ride!

Richard Kind returns to the London stage to play Max Bialystock, having previously appeared as Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls at the Phoenix Theatre. His other theatre credits include The Big Knife (Todd Haimes Theatre, NYC – Drama Desk Award winner and Tony Award nominee), The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife (Ethel Barrymore Theatre, NYC), Candide (Lincoln Center, NYC), Bounce (Kennedy Center, Washington D.C.), and All In: Comedy About Love (Hudson Theatre, NYC). His television credits include Mad About You (as series regular Dr. Mark Devanow), Spin City (as series regular Paul Lassiter), Only Murders in the Building (as series regular Vince Fish), Curb Your Enthusiasm, East New York, and The Watcher; and his voice work for television includes, Summer Camp Island, Big Mouth, and American Dad!. His film credits include Argo, A Serious Man, The Visitor, The Station Agent, Tick, Tick… Boom!, Obvious Child, Auggie, Andover, All We Had, and The Lennon Report. His voice work for film includes A Bug’s Life, Inside Out, Cars, and Toy Story 3. He also appears in Netflix’s live talk show John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA.

With a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and music and lyrics by Mel Brooks, the production is directed by Patrick Marber. The show transferred from the Menier Chocolate Factory following its acclaimed, sold-out run in late 2024.

★★★★★
‘The funniest show in London’
Evening Standard

David Babani, Nica Burns & Max Weitzenhoffer, Kevin Salter

Seaview, Creative Partners Productions and 2ontheaisle

present

The Menier Chocolate Factory production of

THE PRODUCERS

Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan

Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks

Original Direction and Choreography by Susan Stroman

By special arrangement with StudioCanal on Stage

 

At the Garrick Theatre

Booking until 19 September 2026

 

★★★★★
‘Fabulously outrageous’
Daily Express

 

The first major London revival of Mel Brooks’ The Producers has exploded onto the West End with ‘his genius for hammily catchy melodies and taboo-busting gags’ (★★★★★ Sunday Express), transferring to the Garrick Theatre after its sold-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory

Based on Brooks’ cult classic film, the original Broadway production won a record-breaking twelve Tony Awards, and this revival proves why. When down-on-his-luck producer Max Bialystock teams up with timid accountant Leo Bloom to stage a surefire flop, their scheme backfires with thunderous applause and unstoppable laughter.

Reimagined by Tony Award-winning director Patrick Marber and with triumphant performances across the board, The Producers is officially ‘the musical riot of the century’ (Mail on Sunday) – a joy-filled hit you can’t afford to miss.

Cast: Richard Kind (Max Bialystock – from 23 March for seven weeks),  Andy Nyman (Max Bialystock until March, then from 11 May), Marc Antolin (Leo Bloom), Trevor Ashley (Roger DeBris), Raj Ghatak (Carmen Ghia), Harry Morrison (Franz Liebkind), Joanna Woodward (Ulla), Alex Lodge (Storm Trooper), Kelsie-Rae Marshall (Hold-Me-Touch-Me), Nolan Edwards, Michael Franks, Esme Kennedy, Sinead Kenny, Josh Kiernan, Kate Parr, Emma Robotham-Hunt, Pierce Rogan, Hollie Jane Stephens, Jermain Woods, Ryan Pidgen (Standby Max), with Megan Armstrong, Gabrielle Cocca, Olly Christopher, Matt Gillett, and Liam Wrate.

Director: Patrick Marber; Choreographer: Lorin Latarro; Set Designer: Scott Pask;
Costume Designer: Paul Farnsworth; Lighting Designer: Tim Lutkin; Sound Designer:

Paul Groothuis; Wigs, Hair & Makeup Designer: Betty Marini; Musical Supervisor & Dance Arranger: Gareth Valentine;  Orchestrators: Larry Blank and Mark Cumberland; Musical Director: Matthew Samer; Associate Director: Christa Harris; Associate Choreographer (US): Michaeljon Slinger; Associate Choreographer (UK): Anna Woodside; Associate Set Designer: Orit Jacoby Carroll; Associate Lighting Designer: Harvey Ebbage; Associate Sound Designer: Simon King; Assistant Musical Director: John Reddel; Resident Director: Matt Gillett

Production Managers: Patrick Molony and Chris Easton; Costume Supervisor: Sabrina Cuniberto; Props Supervisor: Jamie Owens; Keyboard Programmer: David Chin;

Orchestral Manager: James Gorman

Associate Producers: Scott Abrams/ Adam Riemer, Richard Batchelder, StudioCanal on Stage, Deborah and Rocco Landesman, Lang Entertainment Group, Mary Maggio, Winkler & Smalberg

 

 

THE PRODUCERS LISTINGS

GARRICK THEATRE

2 Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0HH

Box Office:  0330 333 4811
https://nimaxtheatres.com/

www.theproducersmusical.com 

Social handles @theproducerslondon

 

Tickets from £25

Booking until Saturday 19 September 2026