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Michael Sheen, Callum Scott Howells Lead Amadeus Revival; Tickets £30

4/23/2026

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Summary

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Michael Sheen will play Salieri opposite Callum Scott Howells as Mozart in Amadeus.
Second Half Productions and Welsh National Theatre will stage revival at Cardiff’s New Theatre from 9-27 March 2027 and transfer it to London’s Noël Coward Theatre for a run from 17 April to 7 August 2027, marking its debut.
Tickets go on sale at 10 am on Friday 24 April, with 15 000 seats priced at £30 or less.

History

Historical Context

"Amadeus," a play by Peter Shaffer, premiered in 1979 and explores the fictional rivalry between composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. The Broadway production, which opened on December 11, 1980, won five Tony Awards, including Best Play. This revival, featuring Michael Sheen, continues to engage audiences with its themes of artistic genius and jealousy, while offering affordable tickets to attract diverse viewers.

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Story summary

Michael Sheen will play Salieri opposite Callum Scott Howells as Mozart in Amadeus.
Second Half Productions and Welsh National Theatre will stage revival at Cardiff’s New Theatre from 9-27 March 2027 and transfer it to London’s Noël Coward Theatre for a run from 17 April to 7 August 2027, marking its debut.
Tickets go on sale at 10 am on Friday 24 April, with 15 000 seats priced at £30 or less.

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