Wharfemede Productions Brings Soundheim's 'A Little Night Music' to York

Wharfemede Productions Proudly Presents
A Little Night Music - Music by Stephen Sondheim & Book by Hugh Wheeler
Summary: Following two critically acclaimed, five-star productions earlier this year — Little
Women and Musicals Across the Multiverse — Wharfemede Productions returns with Stephen
Sondheim’s A Little Night Music. Continuing to build its reputation for delivering high-quality,
character-driven musical theatre, Wharfemede brings together exceptional talent from across
Yorkshire to present this witty, romantic, and elegantly crafted masterpiece.
Set in turn-of-the-century Sweden, A Little Night Music explores the tangled web of love, desire,
and regret through Sondheim’s signature blend of sophistication, humor, and hauntingly
beautiful music — including the timeless classic “Send in the Clowns.”
With its hallmark attention to emotional depth, musical excellence, and ensemble storytelling,
Wharfemede Productions invites audiences to experience an evening of charm, laughter, and
lyrical brilliance — further cementing its place as one of Yorkshire’s most exciting rising theatre
companies.

Date: Tue 24th - 28th February 2026
Venue: Theatre@41. Monkgate, York
Time: 7:30pm (plus 2.30pm Matinee Sat 28th) Price: £20/£17
Tickets: www.tickets.41monkgate.co.uk

Words from the Director:
Sondheim has always been one of my favourite musical theatre writers. His work captures the
full spectrum of the human experience; messy, beautiful, and deeply relatable. What I find
most inspiring is how his music doesn’t simply accompany the story; it drives it. Every note,
rhythm, and lyric reflects the emotional journey of the characters in a way that is both intricate
and profoundly moving. Directing A Little Night Music has long been a dream of mine, and I’m
thrilled to bring it to life with such an exceptional company. We’re drawing together an
incredible mix of talent from across Yorkshire — particularly from York and Leeds — and the
chemistry within this cast is something truly special.
It was so important to me to have a Musical Director who not only shares a passion for
Sondheim’s music but also understands how to shape the dramatic journey alongside me. I
am absolutely thrilled to be working with James Ball, whose knowledge, enthusiasm, and
expertise in Sondheim’s work are second to none. A true Sondheim superfan, academic, and
all-round expert, James is already breathing such magic into this incredible score and as an
assistant director. He is a joy to work with and has an extraordinary gift for bringing out the
very best in the people around him — both musically and creatively.
Who are Wharfemede Productions?

Co-founded by Bells Spencer (Chief Artistic Director) and Nick Sephton (Chief Operating
Officer); they are dedicated to bringing high quality musical productions and events to
Yorkshire, with respect and openness at the heart of their work. Having gained a Drama degree
from Manchester University and then co-founded and company managed, Envision Theatre
Company, this is a return to her roots for Bells. With decades of logistics, managerial, and
computing experience, Nick is excited to be founding a company that uses these skills
combined with his love for music and theatre

Cast list:
Anne Egerman - Alexandra Mather
Fredrick Egerman - Jason Weightman
Henrik Egerman - James Pegg
Desiree Armfeldt - Helen Spencer
Madame Armfeldt - Maggie Smales
Fredrika Armfeldt - Libby Greenhill
Count Carl-Magnus Malcolm - Nick Sephton
Countess Charlotte Malcolm - Sanna Jeppsson
Petra - Katie Brier
Frid - Chris Gibson
Mrs. Nordstrom (Soprano) - Emma Burke
Mrs. Anderssen (Soprano) - Hannah Thomson
Mrs. Segstrom (Mezzo-Soprano) - Rachel Higgs
Mr. Erlansson (Tenor) - Matthew Oglesby
Mr. Lindquist (Baritone) - Richard Pascoe

Creative Team:
Director - Helen ‘Bells’ Spencer
Musical Director - James Robert Ball
Choreographer - Rachel Higgs
Wardrobe Mistress - Suzanne Perkins

Contact Details:
Email: wharfemedeproductions@gmail.com
Tel: 07855 386 668 (Helen ‘Bells’ Spencer)