Stereophonic Tickets

David Adjmi’s Stereophonic isn’t just a play, it’s an immersive backstage pass into the gritty, charged, and deeply human world of a 1970s rock band on the brink of either greatness or collapse. Set entirely in a recording studio, Stereophonic captures the intimate moments behind the making of an album that could change everything for its unnamed band. But while the music pulses through the show, it’s the characters who give it soul. Let’s meet the volatile, magnetic, and unforgettable ensemble.

Peter: The guitarist, songwriter, vocalist, and control freak

Peter is the band's lead guitarist and one of its three primary vocalists, but his influence in the band stretches far beyond that. He’s the chief songwriter and creative visionary, constantly pushing for full control over the band’s sound and direction. Intense and perfectionistic, Peter is both brilliant and difficult, often clashing with others during the recording process. His relationship with Diana is strained by power imbalances, he frequently rewrites or reshapes her compositions in the studio, asserting dominance even in the creative realm they supposedly share. Peter is the kind of bandmate whose (self-proclaimed) genius might just break the band.

Diana: The tambourinist, novice pianist and lead vocalist

Diana is the heart of the band’s sound, an emotionally resonant singer who brings vulnerability and fire to the mic. She writes her own songs, but Peter often alters them during production, leading to quiet tensions and subtle battles over authorship and identity. Diana is not just Peter’s girlfriend, she’s a serious artist in her own right, trying to carve space for her voice in a male-dominated environment. Her creative struggle is one of the emotional backbones of the play, highlighting the challenges women often face in rock history.

Reg: The bassist 

Enter Reg, the English bassist who brings a disruptive, electric energy to the group. He’s witty, volatile, and lives with a kind of reckless abandon, dabbling freely in carrier bags full of drugs and drink, while debating deep philosophical ideals with his reluctant bandmates. Reg pushes boundaries and stirs conflict, but never without a roguish charm. His off-and-on romance with Holly adds an unpredictable emotional undercurrent to the story. Reg doesn’t just play bass; he plays with fire, and it burns through every room he walks into…

Holly: The pianist, keys player, and vocalist 

Holly is another English import and a founding member of the band. She plays piano and keyboards, sings vocals, and adds musical texture that deepens the band’s signature sound. Intelligent and quietly confident, Holly often finds herself caught between the band’s interpersonal dramas, especially in her unstable relationship with Reg. While others spiral or compete, Holly grounds the music with grace and technical prowess. She's one of the band’s emotional constants, when she’s not being thrown off-balance by Reg’s chaos.

They’ve beaten the curse of the dreaded second album, as the critically acclaimed 5-star production, Stereophonic, extends its West End run. The play, featuring original music from Grammy Award-winner Will Butler (Arcade Fire), will now play at the Duke of York’s Theatre until 22 November 2025.

Following its world premiere at Playwrights Horizons two years ago, Stereophonic quickly made history, earning 13 Tony Award nominations for its Broadway run, the most for any play ever.

It went on to win five Tonys at the 2024 ceremony, including Best Play, Best Director (Daniel Aukin), Best Featured Actor (Will Brill), Best Scenic Design (David Zinn) and Best Sound Design (Ryan Rumery).

Fresh off a critically acclaimed, Tony award-winning run in New York, Stereophonic has blasted into the West End and the cast is already making waves. David Adjmi’s electrifying play, backed by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler’s original music, takes us inside the pressure-cooker world of a 1970s rock band recording their next big album.The result? A five-star theatrical experience with the tension of The Bear, the romance of Almost Famous, and the sonic soul of Daisy Jones & the Six.

Here’s the full West End cast who are bringing this love letter to analog rock to life.

Who plays Charlie in the West End cast?
Andrew R. Butler plays Charlie, the laconic, contemplative studio assistant. This marks his London debut, following his Broadway debut in Stereophonic, where he was part of the Drama Desk Award–winning ensemble. A fun bit of trivia: back in 2018, Butler and his creative partner Andrew Farmer were awarded the prestigious Jonathan Larson Grant for rising talents in musical theatre.

Who plays Grover in the West End cast?
Eli Gelb reprises his acclaimed performance as Grover, the chief sound engineer who quickly realises he shouldn’t have lied on his CV. Gelb is best known for his performance in Stereophonic on Broadway, and has appeared on screen in The Squid and the Whale (2005), Indignation (2016), and HBO’s The Newsroom (2012). Up next, he’ll appear in Kelly Reichardt’s film The Mastermind, starring alongside Josh O’Connor.

Who plays Reg in the West End cast?
Zachary Hart takes on the role of Reg, the British bassist who has a penchant for philosophy, as well as a bag full of coke. Hart previously starred in The Seagull at the Barbican and The Constituent at the Old Vic.

Set in a 1976 music studio, Stereophonic delves into the creative tensions of an up-and-coming rock band as they record a new album. On the verge of superstardom, the band faces mounting pressures that could either propel them to greatness or tear them apart.

What is Stereophonic about?

Written by David Adjmi, this electrifying play brings the audience into the high-stakes process of artistic creation, offering a fly-on-the-wall perspective on a band balancing ambition, relationships, and the weight of potential fame.

Stereophonic made its world premiere on Broadway in 2024, where it became the most Tony-nominated play in history, with 13 nominations. It went on to win multiple Tony Awards, including Best Play. Following an extended Broadway run, it transferred to the West End in May 2025, where it plays at the Duke of York’s Theatre. Featuring original music by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler, the production invites audiences to step into the vibrant and volatile world of 1970s rock.