Dame Maureen Lipman DBE, is set to star in Allegra, a new comedy by Tony Award and double Olivier Award nominated playwright Peter Quilter.
It follows Dame Maureen’s acclaimed performance in Rose in the West End in 2023.
(Image: Image of Maureen Lipman, supplied)
The show will come to the Theatre Royal from June 22 to 27, 2026.
The show follows Allegra (Maureen Lipman), who is full of joy – so much of it that she cannot stop herself from bursting into song.
At home, in the street, even in shops and restaurants. Sometimes the music is only a fantasy in her head. But at other times, it results in a loud and disruptive performance that causes chaos in the village where she lives.
Allegra’s brother, Ronen, and her carer, Anna, must somehow control her eccentricities and avoid angry visits by the local policeman. But is this possible without destroying the great happiness that fills Allegra’s heart?
Allegra has been hailed as a moving comedy with spectacular song and dance sequences, but is also a touching and emotional examination of how, sometimes, the most beautiful of minds can start to disappear.
Speaking on her upcoming role, Dame Maureen said: “To find a comedy which can turn our current face of gloom into an upturned grin of happiness, is rare.
“Allegra is about a woman who is relentlessly upbeat – in more ways than one. Ibsen it isn’t.”
Peter Quilter said: “Maureen is one of the great theatrical treasures of this country, and to have her bring Allegra to life is a joy and an honour.”
Meanwhile, producer Thomas Hopkins added: “Working again with Maureen after the remarkable West End success of Rose is an absolute privilege. Allegra is sure to be one of UK theatre’s highlights of 2026.”
More of the cast and creative team will be announced in due course.
Tickets for the upcoming Glasgow show are available to purchase now.
To grab tickets, visit www.atgtickets.com/shows/allegra/
