Mia Carragher, daughter of Liverpool FC legend Jamie, will lead the cast of the stage adaptation of The Hunger Games.

Her previous credits include the independent feature One Night in Istanbul, The Gathering for Channel 4, and the forthcoming TV series, Maigret.

Speaking about the casting, director Matthew Dunster said: “We searched far and wide, and comprehensively, for our Katniss. It is not easy to step into Suzanne Collins’s amazing creation and only one actor combined Katniss’s charisma and combat skills – her quiet, tough determination and her brilliant creativity, athleticism, and humour. We’ve found our Katniss in Mia Carragher, and we can’t wait for audiences to see her.”

Mia Carragher added: “I am so excited and honoured to be playing Katniss. This is a dream come true role and I cannot wait to see the production come to life. From being a huge fan of the films, I feel so lucky to be a part of the Hunger Games world, especially working with Mathew Dunster and an incredible creative team”.

Performances of The Hunger Games: On Stage begin on Monday 20 October 2025 at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, a brand-new 1,200 seat venue.