'Hercules' tickets now available through July 2026
The production has also issued a casting update. Leslie Beehann will join fellow Muses Candace Furbert, Sharlene Hector, Brianna Ogunbawo, and Robyn Rose-Li to play Calliope in Hercules from 8 December.
Summary
- Hercules will now be in performances until July 2026
- The musical is directed by Casey Nicholaw with music and lyrics by Alan Menken and David Zippel
- Hercules tells the story of a demigod who must prove himself in order to return home to Mount Olympus
The West End production of Hercules has extended performances at Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 18 July 2026, as it also announces a new cast member.
Leslie Beehann will join fellow Muses Candace Furbert (Thalia), Sharlene Hector (Clio), Brianna Ogunbawo (Melpomene), Robyn Rose-Li (Terpsichore) to play Calliope from 8 December. She replaces Malinda Parris, who will star in The Greatest Showman musical next spring.
The cast also includes Luke Brady (Hercules), Mae Ann Jorolan (Meg), Kimmy Edwards and Kamilla Fernandes (Standby Muses), Trevor Dion Nicholas (Phil), Stephen Carlile (Hades), and Craig Gallivan and Lee Zarrett (in the roles of Bob and Charles).
The cast is completed by Rhianne Alleyne, Lana Antoniou, Daisy Barnett, Felipe Bejarano, Sarah Benbelaid, Joel Benjamin, Jack Butcher, Nicole Carlisle, Francessca Daniella-Baker, Marie Finlayson, Ryesha Higgs, Cruz-Troy Hunter, Travis Kerry, Stefan Lagoulis, Lamoi Leon, Serina Mathew, Jason Leigh Winter, Jordan Livesey, Harriet Millier, Ellie Mitchell, Saffi Needham, Ben Nicholas, Ingrid Olivia, Matt Overfield, Patrick John Robinson, Ope Sowande, and Rhys West.
With music by Alan Menken and lyrics by David Zippel, and a new book by Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah, Casey Nicholaw’s production of Hercules tells the story of a Greek demigod, the son of Zeus, who must prove himself worthy to return home to Mount Olympus. The musical is based on the 1997 animated film of the same name.
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Photo credit: Luke Brady in Hercules. (Photo by Matt Crockett)
Frequently asked questions
What is Disney's Hercules about?
Disney’s hit 1997 film, Hercules, comes to the West End in an energetic musical complete with hit songs from the movie like Go The Distance and From Zero to Hero.
Where is Disney's Hercules playing?
Disney's Hercules is playing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The theatre is located at Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5JF.
How long is Disney's Hercules?
The running time of Disney's Hercules is 2hr 10min. Incl. 1 interval.
How do you book tickets for Disney's Hercules?
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What's the age requirement for Disney's Hercules?
The recommended age for Disney's Hercules is Ages 6+. Children under 4 (including babies in arms) will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult 18+ & may not sit on their own. All persons must have a ticket..
Who wrote Hercules?
The show’s book is by Kwame Kwei-Armah and Robert Horn, and the lyrics are by David Zippel.
Who directed Hercules?
Casey Nicholaw stages the show.
What songs are in Hercules?
The musical includes numerous songs, including Go The Distance, I Won’t Say I’m in Love, and Zero to Hero.
Is Hercules appropriate for kids?
Hercules is an energetic and fun show that is great for the whole family.
Is Hercules good?
Hercules is a fantastic musical based on the hit 1997 film of the same name. Like other Disney adaptations, this musical includes hit songs, a gripping story, and moments of laughter and levity.
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