New musical Sea Witch will receive its world premiere in London’s West End in March, with two limited concert performances at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Sea Witch reimagines the origins of one of the sea’s most feared villains. A prequel inspired by The Little Mermaid, the new musical follows Evie, a witch surviving in a world where magic is outlawed. When her fate collides with Annemette, a mermaid with a secret of her own, both are driven toward a reckoning that will reshape their futures forever.
Natalie May Paris, best known for originating the role of Jane Seymour in Six the Musical will take on the role of Evie. She will be joined by Mamma Mia the Musical royalty Mazz Murray as Queen Charlotte and Drag Race star Michelle Visage as Tante Hansa. The cast is completed by Jay McGuiness (&Juliet) as Iker, Amy Di Bartolomeo (The Devil Wears Prada the Musical) as Annemette, and Natalie Kassanga (Moulin Rouge) as Malvina.
Created by Kristopher Russell and Michael David Glover, the musical is based on Sarah Henning’s novel of the same name (adapted with permission of HarperCollins Publishers), and features music and lyrics by Segun Fawole and a book by Glover. Choreography is by Dean Lee, with music production by Jeff Nang.
A first listen from the musical has also been unveiled via WhatsonStage, with Natalie performing ‘Tidal Wave’.
Speaking about the new musical, director and co-creator Kristopher Russell said, “With Sea Witch, we’re not just staging a story, we’re creating a new blueprint for musical theatre. Every visual, every beat, every emotional moment is crafted to push the genre forward. This is a show that will influence the way musicals are made for years to come. It is rich in story, musically dynamic and ultra modern. A big bold new musical.”
Michelle added: “Joining the production of Sea Witch fills my heart in ways I can barely put into words. To stand on a London stage, in a story this daring and unapologetic, is a dream I hold very close. This production is powerful, fearless, and brimming with talent – and I am deeply honoured to be part of something so magical.”
“It’s really special to be able to create a role in a new musical, especially when it is as exciting and dynamic as Sea Witch,” said Natalie. “I cannot wait to bring this magical show to life alongside an epic cast and team of creatives.”
Jay, a self-confessed fantasy enthusiast who recently released Poison Tides, the sequel to his own fantasy novel Blood Flowers, concluded: “It’s really exciting working on something new, and especially an amazing fantasy novel being brought to life on stage – I can’t wait to get in the rehearsal room and see what the team brings to life.”
The Sea Witch concerts will take place on Sunday March 1, 2026 at 3pm and 7.30pm. Remaining tickets are available here.
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