Kym Marsh and Lisa Faulkner star in Single White Female at Liverpool Playhouse this Spring

The world premiere stage production of the 90s hit movie thriller Single White Female stars actor and singer Kym Marsh (Coronation Street) and TV presenter and author Lisa Faulkner (Holby City, The Girl Before). Single White Female will thrill audiences at the Liverpool Playhouse from Tuesday 28 April to Saturday 2 May.

Kym Marsh said: “I am so excited to be bringing this brilliant new play to theatres across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. I remember being totally gripped by the movie when I first saw it in the cinema and could never have imagined back then that I’d be starring in the world premiere of its life on stage. Get ready to be thrilled, shocked and entertained and watch out for those stiletto heels!”

Single White Female is a bold and modern reimagining of the hit 1992 movie from Columbia Pictures and the bestselling book SWF Seeks Same by John Lutz. Adapted by author, journalist and broadcaster Rebecca Reid, this production updates the original story to the age of social media and all that it brings – a gripping tale of ambition, obsession, and the desperate need for belonging in an isolated world.

TV presenter, actor and author Lisa Faulkner returns to the stage for the first time in 21 years, she said: “Whether you are a regular theatre goer or someone who wouldn’t necessarily want to go to the theatre generally, I think people would love this as a night out. I can see mums going with their daughters, (the age guidance is 15+) and people going with groups of friends and having a great time.” 

Joining Kym Marsh (Hedy) and Lisa Faulkner (Allie) on stage are Andro as Graham, Jonny McGarrity as Sam and Amy Snudden as Bella. Understudies are Francesca McBride (Bella), Patrick McHugh (Graham and Sam) and Anna Ruben (Hedy and Allie).

Allie is a recently divorced mum, balancing being a single parent with the launch of her tech start up. When she decides to advertise for a lodger to help make ends meet, the delightful Hedy offers her a lifeline. But as their lives intertwine, boundaries blur, and a seemingly perfect arrangement begins to unravel.

Full of dark humour and stiletto-sharp suspense, this brand new adaptation is directed by Gordon Greenberg (Heart of Rock and Roll - Broadway, Guys & Dolls - West End, The Baker’s Wife - Menier, NYC) with Set and Costume Design by Morgan Large, Lighting by Jason Taylor, Sound and Composition by Max Pappenheim and from the producer of the hit stage adaptation of The Girl on the Train.

Single White Female is coming to the Liverpool Playhouse from Tuesday 28 April to Saturday 2 May. Ticket prices range from £17 to £47 and are available at everymanplayhouse.com/event/single-white-female.