The Marvellous Elephant Man: The Musical is about as perfect as a production can be! From the pens of Jayan and Sarah Nandogoapn, Oscar-winning sound designer Wayne Pashley, Olivier award-winning west end director Guy Masterson, and Melbourne’s based award-winning film director Chris Mitchell, The Marvellous Elephant Man: The Musical follows the story of Joseph Merrick, better known as the Elephant Man.

A journey of self-realisation, the Elephant Man transforms from timid side show freak to a must be seen for high society and unlikely hero when forced to face his greatest fears to rescue his true love.

Don’t expect an exact depiction though, this production takes the elements of the Elephant Man story and gives it a Broadway love-story feel. In fact, the script treats the disfigurations of the Elephant Man lightly without trivialising them. There are even elements of the Beauty and the Beast story without the Disney sugary coating.

The cast is a dream, Ben Clark (Opera Australia) is a masterclass in acting as Merrick, Annelise Hope is endearing as Nurse Hope, and Kanen Breen (Opera Australia) is deliciously evil as a twisted Dr Fredrick Treves (and numerous other roles).

Add to this dynamic trio an ensemble of six who play multiple roles slipping in and out of an astonishing number of costumes with ease, each a talented performer in their own right and a tight band with excellent balance and you have the perfect cast.

The Marvellous Elephant Man: The Musical is a must see and the jewel of the Fringe. Book your tickets now!