The world premiere stage production of Single White Female — based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller — comes to the stage in a brand-new adaptation by author, journalist and broadcaster Rebecca Reid. The production will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour, including performances at 
Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 21 – Sat 25 April.
Actor, TV presenter and singer Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Waterloo Road, Abigail’s Party) stars alongside actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner (Missing You, The Girl Before, Holby City), who returns to the stage for the first time in 21 years. This bold and modern reimagining is inspired by the hit 1992 Columbia Pictures film and the bestselling novel by John Lutz — a story that thrilled audiences worldwide and led a generation to fear a stiletto heel.
Joining Kym Marsh (Hedy) and Lisa Faulkner (Allie) on stage for the six-month tour are Andro as Graham, Jonny McGarrity as Sam and Amy Snudden as Bella. Understudies include Francesca McBride (Bella), Patrick McHugh (Graham and Sam) and Anna Ruben (Hedy and Allie).
Allie is a recently divorced mum balancing life as a single parent while launching her tech start-up. When she advertises for a lodger to help make ends meet, the cheerful and attentive Hedy appears to offer the perfect solution. But as their lives become increasingly intertwined, boundaries begin to blur and what seemed like the ideal arrangement starts to unravel — with chilling consequences.
Kym Marsh said:
“I am so excited to be bringing this brilliant new play to theatres across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. I remember being totally gripped by the movie when I first saw it in the cinema and could never have imagined back then that I’d be starring in the world premiere of its life on stage. Get ready to be thrilled, shocked and entertained and watch out for those stiletto heels!”
Lisa Faulkner said:
“I’m delighted to be returning to the stage playing opposite the utterly fantastic Kym Marsh. I got chills watching Single White Female in the cinema back in 1992 so it’s a real thrill to be part of this bold new production. I cannot wait to bring this fascinating story to life and keep audiences around the UK on the edge of their seats!"
Full of dark humour and sharp, suspenseful storytelling, this new stage adaptation updates the original story for the age of social media and everything that comes with it. The result is a gripping tale of ambition, obsession and the desperate need for belonging in an increasingly isolated world.
Directed by Gordon Greenberg (Heart of Rock and Roll – Broadway, Guys & Dolls – West End, The Baker’s Wife – Menier, NYC), the production features set and costume design by Morgan Large, lighting by Jason Taylor and sound and composition by Max Pappenheim. From the producer of the hit stage adaptation of The Girl on the Train, Single White Female promises to captivate and shock audiences while exploring just how far people will go to find — and keep — a family together.
