Loserville 2012
It’s 1971. Computer geek Michael Dork and his friends are about to change the world. It's just that no-one knows it yet.Read more
Loserville 2009 YMT Production
It’s 1971. Computer geek Michael Dork and his friends are about to change the world. It's just that no-one knows it yet. Michael’s also discovered a girl, Holly, a prospect (almost) as exciting as his love of binary. If only he had the courage to talk to her!...Read more
Out There
Newman Carter, a world famous astronaut, mysteriously disappears in 1969. Forty years later, a troubled young man, turns up on his doorstep with a letter, which changes everything, for everyone...Read more
Soho Cinders
Cinderella remixed: "Soho Cinders" is a modern musical fable with a story centred around the complicated love life of prospective Mayoral candidate James Prince, his fiancée and his lover, Robbie... Read more
Best Friends & Butterflies
Based on an Original Concept By Elliot Davis Best Friends and Butterflies is the ultimate family musical. It follows the journey of Benjy and Lloyd - two caterpillars on their way to becoming butterflies... Read more
Silver Tassie
In 2010 Elliot was commissioned to write new music and songs for Druid Theatre's 30th Anniversary production of The Silver Tassie by Sean O Casey. Read more
Once Upon A Time At The Adelphi
The show is set in two time periods, the 1930's heyday of the Adelphi Hotel when is hosted major Hollywood stars and this is contrasted with a modern day setting of the Adelphi... Read more
X
X was performed in 2009 in a concert performance at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The concert starred Cassie Compton as Anna. To hear the songs from the concert performance click below...Read more
Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be
In 2011 Elliot produced a production of Lionel Bart and Frank Norman's classic but somewhat forgotten musical Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be.Read more
Stepping Out
Elliot composed and arranged the music for a production of Richard Harris’ Stepping Out which was staged September 07 for a run at Derby Playhouse...Read more
Secret Life of Nora
The Secret Life Of Nora is a commission for Malaysia Production Company Infiniti. Nora is a struggling artist who is drawn into a complex world of spies and espionage, which turns her world upside. Read more
The Casablanca Steps
Four individual, talented musicians and entertainers, unequalled in their field who recreate the authentic musical ambience of the 1920's & 30's...Read more
Latest News
Loserville Finishes It's West End Run at the Garrick
'4 shining planetarium stars for Loserville. Packed with teenagers screaming their delight!'
Magic Radio
‘Bursting with colour and energy, packed with jokes and boasting the most memorable soundtrack since Avenue Q, this is one of the most fun shows currently playing in the West End.’
‘Sometimes you have an experience that’s so much fun you want to re-live it all over again. Loserville is one such experience.’
Seen It
‘Laughter, colour, and hot boys.’
Heatworld
‘Tremendous.’
Sunday Express
‘Geek-tastic. Britain finally has an answer to High School Musical….Impossible not to love.’
Time Out
‘See it for whatever reason you like – just make sure you see it.’
Heatworld
‘Extremely brilliant cast of vibrant, young talent.’
‘The show is an adventure playground of drama, dance and music. Loserville is a high school musical like no other.’
Entertainment Focus
‘It’s Grease for the 21st century.’
‘The cast is uniformly excellent, the choreography sassy and with a wit of its own, and the band does a tremendous job.’
Yorkshire Post
‘A tidal-wave of kinetic energy. The tireless and perfectly cast ensemble are clearly relishing every moment of being on stage.’
What’s On Stage
‘Loserville is incredibly enjoyable and thoroughly entertaining; One of the freshest pieces of new musical theatre of recent times.’
The Public Reviews
‘If you’re looking for something away from the musical norm, then this geekfest is for you.
It's one of the few shows that is truly for all the family.’
‘Welcome to the dawn of the next generation of West End superstars and welcome to the world of theatre geek chic.’
Theatre One
‘Fresh, vivid and Fun! The design is a triumph of ingenuity.’
‘It brings the audience to its feet in a well-deserved standing ovation.’
Daily Express
‘Rocking, rollicking, poster-bright, high-energy fun. It razzles and dazzles.’
The Observer
‘James Bourne scores a HIT!’
Metro
‘A breath of fresh air and I would recommend it to anyone. If you want a fun, unique night out this is the show for you.’
Westendframe.com
‘Has the audience rocking out.’
Evening Standard
‘A brilliant company of vibrant young talent.’
‘For freshness, boldness and introducing an original and authentic rock musical voice to the theatre, there’s been nothing quite like this since The Who’s Tommy was first brought to the stage.’
The Stage
‘Nick Winston's choreography is contemporary, thrilling and FUN.’
British Theatre Guide
‘An ensemble of excellent performers.The largest round of applause I've ever witnessed for the sending of an e-mail.’
British Theatre Guide
‘Marvelous. Steven Dexter's direction is imaginative and assured throughout.’
British Theatre Guide
‘The most refreshing, energetic, pieces of musical theatre I have seen in a long while.
A show of winners. I loved it!’
Yorkshire Times
‘The cast fling themselves about with dizzying rapture.’
The Guardian
‘Brought a packed audience to its feet with roars of appreciation. A fantastic show.’
North Leeds Life
‘Brilliant. Reminiscent of the Broadway smash Rent.’
Culture Vulture
‘The entire performance, from the genius set to the imaginative characterization was flawless, intelligent and, most importantly, hilarious.’
Dig Yorkshire
‘Steven Dexter’s exuberant production has a brilliantly inventive design concept by Frances O’Connor.’
York Press
‘The staging was exceptional. It’s very, very clever.’
‘The music is brilliant. We recommend it heartily.’
BBC Radio Leeds
‘Wouldn’t be out of place in the West End. Effervescent froth; breezy and knowingly cheesy.’
‘More winner than loser.’
The Times
‘Not to be missed. Truly amazing: an absolutely knockout show.’
Leeds Guide
‘WINNERVILLE!’
York Press
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Loserville Website: www.loservillemusical.tv
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Book Online - www.wyp.org.uk
For further details of the show please contact:
Elliot Davis — elliot@elliotdavis.co.uk
Other News
Apr/May/Jun 2013
Elliot is completing the final draft of a Film Commission for BBC Films.
In June Elliot will be working on a reading of Fing's Ain't Wot They Used T'be at the Old Vic and Out There will also be further developed at Mountview Theatre School alongside a Professional Company.
Jan / Feb 2013
Elliot is writing a commissioned screenplay for a feature film during January and February as well as a theatre script for a 2013 production.
October - December
Loserville continues it's run at the Garrick Theatre.
CLICK HERE TO SEE PHOTOS AT THE GARRICK THEATRE.
CLICK HERE TO SEE PHOTOS OF THE CLOSING NIGHT AT THE GARRICK THEATRE.
September
SOHO CINDERS FINISHES IT'S RUN AT THE SOHO THEATRE.
CLICK HERE TO READ THE REVIEWS, PRODUCTION PHOTO'S AND FIRST NIGHT PHOTOS
ELLIOT DOES AN INTERVIEW WITH WHAT'S ON STAGE -
CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL INTERVIEW
July
Loserville opens at West Yorkshire Playhouse!
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Stage newspaper features piece on Elliot - Click here for more info
Out There will open at Riverside Studios - click here to find out more
Soho Cinders will be in Rehearsals for a run during August at the Soho Theatre 2012 running from the 6th August for six weeks - click here to find out more
New Soho Cinders poster released. Click here to view.
Stephen Fry records voice of narrator for Soho Cinders. Click here to see photo.
June
Loserville News!
Loserville will be running at West Yorkshire Playhouse.
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April/May 2012
New Loserville Posters!
Loserville Casting at West Yorkshire Playhouse Announced.
Gareth Gates and Lil' Chris are to star in the premiere of new musical Loserville at West Yorkshire Playhouse later this year.
Read the full press release here
See images from the gallery
New British Musical Loserville to Premiere at West Yorkshire Playhouse
By Mark Shenton Loserville, a new original British musical written by Elliot Davis and James Bourne, will begin performances at the West Yorkshire Playhouse.
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Gareth Gates, Aaron Sidwell & Lil' Chris lead WYP Loserville
Directed by Steven Dexter, Loserville will open at the Leeds venue's Quarry ... Musician and songwriter James Bourne has written four number one hit songs.
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BBC Films
Elliot's latest commission is from BBC Films who have commissioned his film script about the life of one of the icons of musical theatre which will be turned into a major feature film.
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Jan / Feb 2012
Loserville
AUDITIONS FOR LOSERVILLE ANNOUNCED IN BOTH LEEDS AND LONDON.
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I will be working on orchestrations with Martin Lowe and James Bourne for Loserville as well as auditioning young people around the country for YMT:UK for Loserville as well as the organisation 2012 projects.
I have just been commissioned to deliver a film script so will also be researching and reading lots and lots. More to follow....
December 2011
Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be
Elliot's Production of Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be as been nominated for Best Musical Revival in the 2012 What's On Stage Awards. To see the nominations and vote click here: http://awards.whatsonstage.com/
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Loserville
Loserville's West Yorkshire Playhouse Opening announced. Loserville will have it's professional premiere on The Quarry Stage at West Yorkshire Playhouse in June 2012.
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West Yorkshire Playhouse 16 June – 14 July
Press Night: Tue 26 June
Book Online - www.wyp.org.uk
November 2011
New Recordings
Elliot will be recording with James Bourne four songs from Out There and four songs from Loserville.
October 2011
Soho Cinders
Soho Cinders written with George Stiles and Anthony Drewe in concert at The Queens Theatre starring Hannah Wadingham, Sandi Toksvig, David Badella, Beverley Rudd and Michael Xavier. All proceed to Teenage Cancer Trust.
Soho Cinders After Show Party
Machu Pichu Trek
Elliot will be trekking to Machu Piccu in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. Look out for the gallery in the next few weeks!
Summer 2011
The Silver Tassie
With new music composed by Elliot Davis, The Silver Tassie opened to rave reviews in New York.
Click here to find out more about The Silver Tassie.
Elliot Supporting The Teenage Cancer Trust
Every year for the past few years Elliot has staged a concert to raise funds to Teenage Cancer Trust.
The Teenage Cancer trust is dedicated to building specialist medical units to meet the specific needs of teenagers battling cancer.
- In 2008 Elliot trekked to Costa Rica.
- 2010 Elliot staged a variety concert At Wilton's Music Hall and then trekked to the Himalayas.
- In 2011 Elliot staged a concert at The Queens Theatre of his new musical co-written with George Stiles and Anthony Drewe called Soho Cinders.
- Elliot and Anthony Drewe completed their trek for Teenage Cancer Trust to Machu Picchu. Click here for photo gallery .
Click here to see the images of the TCT Concerts and the treks.
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