Coventry's Belgrade Theatre is to stage a large-scale production of Alan Pollock's The Allesley Silas in July.

Based on George Elliot's novel Silas Marner, The Allesley Silas premiered last summer during Coventry's City of Culture year and features a cast of professional and community performers from Coventry, Iran and beyond.

Returning to lead the cast from the 2021 production are Adrian DeCosta as Silas Marner (We Love You City, Belgrade Theatre 2010), Marc Carey as Squire Cass (SeaView, Belgrade Film & Digital 2021) and local artists John Bennell, Amy Kakoura and Gemma-Louise Sharman.

Eliot’s novel tells the story of linen weaver Silas Marner - a man, once an outsider, who, in his caring for a child, finds redemption, acceptance, respect and love in his community.

Nick Walker’s magical production, adapted for the stage by Alan Pollock (One Night in November, Belgrade Theatre 2008), is brought to the Belgrade by Coventry director Olivia Marie, with music composed by Rebecca Applin and sets and costumes designed by Abby Clarke.

The Allesley Silas shows at The Belgrade Theatre, Coventry, from Sat 23 to Sat 30 July. For further informaton and to book tickets, visit: belgrade.co.uk