Showstopping musical Vanara – The Legend is coming to Hackney Empire from 22-31 October, with the incredible talent of stage and screen star Jacob Fowler in the leading role.

Fowler will bring to life the enigmatic character of Mohr, a confident and loyal tribesman. Fowler made his name on the 2020 television series Little Mix: The Search with his band Since September and has since cemented himself as one to watch in productions at the Turbine Theatre.

Vanara – The Legend will play for a strictly limited London run before embarking on a UK-wide tour in 2022. 

Fowler said: “I’m ecstatic to be making my professional stage debut in Vanara. The show is so exciting and the cast are all ridiculously good! I think it’s going to be really special.”

Vanara – The Legend is a story of love, sacrifice and nature at its most unpredictable. Two tribes, at war with the darkness and each other, collide with devastating consequences, providing a reminder of what is important and true. At the heart of the story are heirs to the warring tribes Mohr (Fowler) and Ayla (Emily Bautista), as they encounter each other for the first time – as this forbidden love story could bring destruction for all… 

From the creative team of Gianluca Cucchiara, Andrew James Whelan, Michael Conley, Tony Cucchiara and Giovanna Romagnoli, Vanara’s workshop performances and concept album have captured audience’s imaginations, and the showstopping musical is now brought to life in its first full-scale production directed by Adam Lenson and Eleesha Drennan, who also serve as Dramaturg and Choreographer respectively. Further creatives include set and costume design by Libby Todd, orchestrations by Jen Green, and musical direction by Tamara Saringer.

Matthew Croke has unfortunately left the production due to COVID-19, and the creative team would like to thank him for his enthusiasm and dedication to Vanara’s vision. 

For more information and to book tickets, please click here.