Your First Look
Videography: Adam Nightingale.
Ride The Cyclone cast performing at West End Live, 2026. Videography: OfficialLondonTheatre.
The ride of a lifetime returns
Darkly comic, unexpectedly moving cult hit returns. Ready to ride again?
Hold on tight — critically acclaimed Ride The Cyclone runs at Southwark Playhouse Elephant this summer. Once around simply wasn’t enough.
Described as “seriously impressive and laugh-out-loud funny” (The Standard ★★★★) and “wonderfully eccentric” (The Guardian ★★★★), this darkly comic, refreshingly weird and strangely life-affirming musical has captivated audiences and critics alike.
After a freak roller-coaster accident, six teenagers find themselves suspended in limbo and offered one final chance to return to life. One by one, they step into the spotlight to prove why they deserve that second chance.
This 90-minute musical is a five-star theatrical thrill ride. London — this is one ride you can’t miss.
Divina de Campo joins the previously announced St Cassian’s Chamber Choir: Josh Butler as Noel, Grace Galloway as Jane Doe, Robyn Gilbertson as Constance, Bartek Kraszewski as Mischa, Jack Maverick as Ricky, and Kayna Montecillo as Ocean. The cast is completed by swings Rebecca D’Lacey and Nathaniel Purnell (also Dance Captain).
Divina de Campo is a seasoned British drag queen and singer who was crowned runner-up on the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. In addition to her Drag Race fame, Divina has made waves with a UK Top 40 single as part of the girl group The Frock Destroyers. Known for her high soprano and four-octave range, she has also been featured on ITV’s ‘The Voice’ and the BBC’s ‘All Together Now’. Her critically acclaimed theatre credits include her role as Mary Sunshine in ‘Chicago’, her award-winning performance as Hedwig in ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’, and most recently, ‘The SpongeBob Musical’.
The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any artist. More information can be found under ‘The Company’.
★★★★★ “Every number is a winner… utterly exhilarating” WhatsOnStage
★★★★ “Undeniably fun to watch” Time Out
★★★★ “It made me laugh, made me cry, made me tap my foot” The Times
★★★★ “Bonkers… I had a blast” Sunday Express
★★★★ “Darkly joyful” The Standard
Access Performances
British Sign Language Interpreted (BSL) Performance: Tuesday 28 July, 7pm
Captioned Performance: Wednesday 29 July, 7pm
Details
Theatre: Main Space
Monday – Saturday: 7pm
Thursday & Saturday: 2.30pm
Sunday: 1pm
Running Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (running time may include a brief hydration break for the cast)
No interval and no re-entry.
We strongly advise that you arrive early and take your seats in advance of the start time as there is a no latecomers policy.
Please be aware that this is a live event so the end time may vary slightly.
Technical Guidance:
This production contains flashing lights, haze and loud noises throughout.
Content Guidance:
This production contains adult themes, strong language, sexual references, references to death and brief references to drug use.
Recommended for ages 12+
Please contact us if you require any further information.
British Sign Language Interpreted (BSL) Performance: Tuesday 28 July, 7pm
Captioned Performance: Wednesday 29 July, 7pm
Post Show Events
This Ride The Cyclone post show event is held after the evening (7pm) performance. Entry is free with a ticket to the same day’s evening performance.
Thursday 16 July – Post-show Q&A hosted by Mickey-Jo Theatre with some of the show’s creatives and cast!
Hosted by theatre influencer Mickey-Jo Theatre.
A post-show Q&A and an opportunity for audience members to ask the cast and creative team questions!
Friday 7 August – Post-show Q&A hosted by Daz Gale (All That Dazzles)
Hosted by Daz Gale (founder of All That Dazzles)
An in depth chat with the producers of Ride The Cyclone discussing the show, its history and how it made it to Southwark Playhouse Elephant.
a look back
Previous Production Trailer
Videography by Adam Nightingale
The Company
Divina De Campo
The Amazing Karnak
Kayna Montecillo
Ocean
Josh Butler
Noel
Grace Galloway
Jane Doe
Robyn Gilbertson
Constance
Bartek Kraszewski
Mischa
Jack Maverick
Ricky
Nathaniel Purnell
Swing
Rebecca D’Lacey
Swing
Divina De Campo will not be performing on the following dates:
- Saturday 4 July
- Saturday 18 July
- Sunday 19 July
- Friday 24 July
- Friday 31 July
- Saturday 1 August
- Sunday 2 August
The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any artist.
Ben McQuigg
Conductor and Keys 1
Jennifer Deacon
Keys 2
Daniel Kemshell
Guitars
Hamish Barry
Cello and Bass
Ollie Peszynski
Drums and Percussion
Jacob Richmond
Book, Music and Lyrics
Brooke Maxwell
Book, Music and Lyrics
Lizzi Gee
Director and Choreographer
Ben McQuigg
Musical Supervisor and Musical Director
Ryan Dawson Laight
Set and Costume Designer
Tim Deiling
Lighting Designer
Nina Dunn for PixelLux
Video Designer
Tom Marshall
Sound Designer
Richard Pinner
Illusion Designer
Dominic Skinner
Make-up Designer
Harry Blumenau
Casting Director
Eva Sampson
Associate Director
Jasmin Colangelo
Associate Choreographer
Jennifer Deacon
Associate Musical Director
Sharon Williams
Costume Supervision
Props By Eve
Props Supervision
Toby P Darvill for Production Solutions Group
Production Manager
Jack Maple Productions
General Management
Sisco Entertainment and Coddiwomple Productions
Associate Producers
James Hamilton
Company Stage Manager
Vicky Zenetzi
Deputy Stage Manager
Izzy Moore
Assistant Stage Manager
Elion Budden
Assistant Stage Manager
Ollie Reymes-Clermson
Head of Sound
Luke Pisano-Webb
Head of Wardrobe
Originally produced by Kevin McCollum and Morris Berchard. Originally produced in Canada by Atomic Vaudeville.
