The Sea Witch has crashed into the West End at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and it’s giving the villain her long-overdue spotlight. Forget wide-eyed princesses and tidy morals. This is the origin story of the woman we were told to fear, told on her terms.
And it’s about time.
This new musical dives into the backstory of the infamous sea sorceress and asks the obvious question: Who decided she was the villain? Expect powerhouse vocals, high drama, and staging that leans into dark waters rather than seaside sparkle.
There’s something deliciously queer about reclaiming the outsider. The woman with too much power, too much ambition, and absolutely no interest in playing small. We’ve always had a soft spot for the misunderstood icon, and this feels like that energy amplified.
Visually, think sweeping fantasy with a gothic edge. The score goes big on emotion and theatre rather than bubblegum sweetness. If you like your musicals dramatic, slightly dangerous, and unafraid to challenge the fairy-tale narrative, this one’s for you.
West End spectacle with a wicked streak? Yes please.
The Sea Witch – From Sunday 1st March, 2026
📍 Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Catherine Street, London WC2B 5JF
🚇 Nearest tube: Covent Garden or Holborn
🎟 Tickets & more info: lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/sea-witch/
