'Titanique' sets West End cast including Jordan Luke Gage, Layton Williams, and Lauren Drew
Titanique combines Céline Dion's music with the Oscar-winning, blockbuster film Titanic, asking what really happened to Jack and Rose the night the Titanic sunk?
All aboard! The full cast has been set for the West End transfer of Titanique, which opens at the Criterion Theatre on 9 December.
The cast includes Darren Bennett (Singin’ in the Rain, Grease) as Victor Garber / Luigi, Lauren Drew (SIX UK Tour, Legally Blonde) as Céline, Jordan Luke Gage (Bonnie & Clyde, & Juliet) as Cal, Stephen Guarino (Eastsiders, Titanique LA) as Ruth, Rob Houchen (Les Misérables, Eugenius!) as Jack, Kat Ronney (Hex, Hamlet) as Rose, Charlotte Wakefield (Spring Awakening, The Great British Bake Off Musical) as Molly Brown and Layton Williams (Cabaret, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, Strictly Come Dancing) as the Iceberg.
Freddie King (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes), Adrianne Langley (Sixties Girls), Madison Swan (The Book of Mormon), Rodney Vubya (The Book of Mormon), and Kristina Walz (Titanique New York) complete the cast.
Titanique opened off Broadway on June 2022 at Asylum Theater, transferring to Broadway's Daryl Roth Theatre in November 2022. The musical comedy combines Céline Dion's music with the Oscar-winning, blockbuster film Titanic, asking what really happened to Jack and Rose the night the Titanic sunk?
Producers Eva Price and Michael Harrison said: “We’re overjoyed to see this production come to life in the UK, and thrilled to have brought together this dream team to launch our West End season. When we first set out to cast Titanique, we knew we needed an ensemble that could bring the perfect mix of humour, heart, and talent to this wildly fun show. We can’t wait to welcome them all aboard the ship in London and for audiences to experience the star power this cast will bring to our story.”
Titanique is co-written by Tye Blue (who also directs), Marla Mindelle, and Constantine Rousouli. The rest of the creative team includes Ellenore Scott (director), Nicholas James Connell (music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations), Gabriel Hainer Evansohn and Grace Lauchbacher (scenic design), Alejo Vietti (costume design), Paige Seber (lighting design), and Lawrence Schober (sound design).
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Photo credit: Jordan Luke Gage, Layton Williams, and Lauren Drew. (Photos courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is Titanique about?
The laugh-out-loud funny jukebox musical, Titanique, which combines the blockbuster film, Titanic, with the music of Céline Dion, comes to the London stage at Criterion Theatre.
How do you book tickets for Titanique?
Book tickets for Titanique on London Theatre.
Where is Titanique playing?
Titanique is playing at Criterion Theatre. The theatre is located at 218-223 Piccadilly, Piccadilly Circus, London, SW1Y 4XA.
What's the age requirement for Titanique?
The recommended age for Titanique is Ages 14+. Strictly no admittance for under 12s due to strong language and sexual references. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (18+)..
How long is Titanique?
The running time of Titanique is 115 minutes. No interval.
Who wrote Titanique?
The musical is by Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli, and Tye Blue.
Who directed Titanique?
Tye Blue stages the show.
What songs are in Titanique?
The musical has many hit songs, including My Heart Will Go On, The Prayer, Who Let the Dogs Out, and I’m Alive.
Is Titanique appropriate for kids?
This musical is best for children ages 12 and above as it contains some sexual innuendo, adult humour, and adult language.
Is Titanique good?
Titanique is a wonderful musical that has been a hit both on and off Broadway, earning three Lucille Lortel Awards. This show promises a fun night of theatre for all, as it includes many hit musical numbers and laugh-out-loud moments.
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