The musical Christchurch never forgot: Blood Brothers at Isaac Theatre Royal
In the 1990s, a touring production of Blood Brothers, starring David Soul as the narrator, came to Christchurch and left a lasting impression. This September, it returns with renewed energy and local heart.
Those who saw it the first time around still speak of the experience – the laughter, heartbreak, and the final breathless silence when the lights went down. The Isaac Theatre Royal will play host to a bold new production that captures all the emotional force of the original, with a fresh local cast and creative team.
Did you ever hear the story of the Johnstone twins?
Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers is a gripping tale of two boys – twins separated at birth and raised on opposite sides of the class divide, whose lives cross in increasingly fateful ways. It’s a story of nature versus nurture, of mothers and sons, of love, loss, and the price of secrets. Just as important, it’s full of warmth and humour: adults play children, games are played in backyards, and the smallest choices ripple into the biggest consequences.
Featuring an iconic score including Tell Me It’s Not True, Marilyn Monroe, Easy Terms, and Bright New Day, Blood Brothers is both a searing social drama and a heartfelt musical that will leave audiences moved. “An all-local production crew honours a musical so significant to the city, one Christchurch never forgot,” shares Showbiz Christchurch’s marketing and communications manager, Tom Hart.
“From the cast and creative team to builders and designers, this production represents some of the city’s finest talent and is a rare opportunity to witness a world-class production revived by and for the local community.” Return for a second time or discover it for the first, secure your tickets today through the Isaac Theatre Royal website.
