A PRODUCTION of The Beekeeper of Aleppo is being staged at the Malvern Theatre in April in a stage adaptation of Christy Lefteri’s best-selling novel,

Directed by the multi-award-winning Anthony Almeida, the production will feature Adam Sina as Nuri and Farah Saffari as Afra; Joseph Long returns to the role of Mustafa/Moroccan Man; as does Aram Mardourian as Nadim.

The production is being performed by the Nottingham Playhouse and UK Productions Ltd. Director, Anthony Almeida, said: “What a thrill to restage this sweeping story with an electric new cast.

“Christy Lefteri’s sensational novel is a clarion call to the everyday – but extraordinary – lives of people who seek a better tomorrow.

‘Beekeeper’ is a play full of heart, wit and hardship – and to share these vivid characters with audiences nationwide in 2026 feels ever-more urgent. I’m truly excited for how this talented, soulful company of actors will light up the stage.”

Adam Penford, artistic director at Nottingham Playhouse, said: “We’re delighted at the return of this emotive play, which so engaged audiences in 2023 and feels even more relevant today.

“The director has breathed new life into this beautiful story, building on Miranda Cromwell’s original directorial vision. We can’t wait to see it revitalised with new cast members and share it with our audiences.”

Martin Dodd, Director of UK Productions said: “Given world events, this play has never been more relevant, and following its world premiere in 2023 we were taken aback by the reaction of audiences to each and every performance, with emotions running the full spectrum between laughter and tears.”

The production is being staged at the Malvern Theatre between Tuesday April 14 to Saturday April 18. Tickets via the website: malvern-theatres.co.uk.