Cynthia Erivo's 'Bad Fairies' Expands Voice Cast
Cynthia Erivo's animated musical comedy 'Bad Fairies' has expanded its voice cast with the addition of Kylie Minogue, Jonathan Groff, and Catherine Tate. This announcement was made during Erivo's concert titled 'Let Me Sing to You' at the Hollywood Bowl on Thursday evening, where she revealed the new cast members to an enthusiastic audience.
Voice Cast Expansion for 'Bad Fairies'
Cynthia Erivo's animated musical comedy 'Bad Fairies' has expanded its voice cast with the addition of Kylie Minogue, Jonathan Groff, and Catherine Tate. This announcement was made during Erivo's concert titled 'Let Me Sing to You' at the Hollywood Bowl on Thursday evening, where she revealed the new cast members to an enthusiastic audience.
Character Details
In 'Bad Fairies', Kylie Minogue will voice Clowder, the Cat Witch, while Jonathan Groff takes on the role of Robin Goodfellow. Catherine Tate will voice the Fairy Gothmother, joining Erivo, who leads the film as Jayne Staplegun. This casting marks a significant development in the film's production, which is currently underway in London.
Film Synopsis and Production
The film, produced by Warner Bros. Animation and Locksmith Animation, is set in contemporary London and follows a group of "delightfully defiant, rule-breaking fairies". Directed by Megan Nicole Dong and co-directed by Olivier Staphylas, 'Bad Fairies' features an original screenplay by Deborah Frances-White. The film is scheduled for release on May 27, 2027.
Musical Elements
Original songs for the film are being written by Tony Award winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, known for 'Six: The Musical'. The score is being composed by Isabella "Machine" Summers of Florence and the Machine. Ian Eisendrath serves as the executive music producer, ensuring a strong musical foundation for the animated feature.
Statements from the Team
Bill Damaschke, President of Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, expressed enthusiasm about the casting, stating, "With Kylie, Jonathan, and Catherine joining her, we have a cast as bold and joyful as the film itself." Natalie Fischer, CEO of Locksmith Animation, highlighted Erivo's extraordinary voice as the film's soul, emphasizing the excitement surrounding the new cast members.
Cast and Crew
In addition to the newly announced cast, 'Bad Fairies' features Serrana Su-Ling Bliss as Fei Chang, James Acaster as Stickers, Dee Bradley Baker as Groundbeef, and Ncuti Gatwa as Butterwort. The film's creative team includes producer Carolyn Soper, editor Sim Evan-Jones, and character designer Uwe Heidschotter.
Conclusion
The addition of Minogue, Groff, and Tate to 'Bad Fairies' not only enriches the film's character lineup but also signals a promising collaboration among talented individuals in the creative industry. As production continues, anticipation builds for the film's release in 2027, where audiences can expect a unique blend of humor, magic, and musicality.
