Figaro: An Original Musical will receive its world premiere in London with two fully-staged concert performances on Monday 3 February & Tuesday 4 February 2025.
Playing the title role of Figaro, Jon Robyns has taken to the stage in some of the most iconic roles in musical theatre including The Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera (His Majesty’s Theatre); Jean Valjean and Marius in Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre), King George in Hamilton (Victoria Palace) and Princeton/Rod in Avenue Q (Original London Cast, Noel Coward & Gielgud Theatres).
Q1) Please can you tell our readers a little bit about yourself, how you got into Musical Theatre and some of your highlights in your career so far?
I trained at Mountview Theatre School in London, graduating twenty years ago and have been
working in professional theatre, mostly musicals, ever since. I’ve played some wonderful roles in
the West End, around the UK and internationally. Some of my highlights have been duel Puppet
roles in Avenue Q, Emmett Forrest in Legally Blonde and Valjean in Les Miserables.
Q2) Figaro is a new original musical, when did you first hear about the show and what made you say ‘YES’ to role?
I had heard of the show at the start of 2024 and was asked to be part of it in the Autumn of that
year. It’s always an honour to be trusted with an Original role and I’m looking forward to exploring
the story.
Q3) Have you listened to much of the music yet? Do you have a favourite song from the show?
My favourite part of the album is listening to Cayleigh Capaldi sing. She has a once in a generation
voice.
Q4) Can you tell our readers what Figaro is about ?
It’s a dark and seductive psychological thriller. The story follows Sienna as she travels to escape
her life and finds a mysterious showman who reveals truths to her about herself and what haunts
her. It’s a very clever study of the psychosis and dilution of a young girl. Whether it’s real or a
figment of her imagination is for the audience to decide.
Q5) What is the most influential thing someone has ever said to you regarding your performing career so far?
It’s a team sport.
Q6) If you could send a message to your 2024 self what would you say?
Keep Going.
Q7) Why should people come and see Figaro at the London Palladium next year?
Firstly, to support new musicals. The genre will die out if we don’t. The music is brilliant and a
singers dream score. It will be an evening of spectacle and excitement. Also, that facing our
demons is the only way forward, no matter how painful it can be.
