Get ready for the epic quest of a true hero as Hercules bursts onto the stage in London’s West End! Coming to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in 2025, this new Disney musical adaptation features the iconic tunes from the original Disney film including 'Go The Distance', 'I Won’t Say (I’m in Love)', and 'Zero to Hero' as well as some brand-new songs. Don’t miss your chance to see the legend brought to life, grab your tickets now!
From Zero To Hero: The Story Of Hercules
The legend of Hercules is one of the most famous tales from Greek mythology. It follows the life and adventures of the son of Zeus, king of the gods, and the mortal woman Alcmene. Although he was half-human, it was clear that Hercules was blessed with extraordinary strength and courage. When he was only 8 months old, the goddess Hera sent two giant snakes to kill Hercules. But when he was found by his nurse, he had strangled them to death with his bare bands and was playing with them as if they were toys.
Most famously, Hercules became known for enduring the "Twelve Labours," a series of nearly impossible tasks he was forced to undertake. These challenges, such as slaying the Nemean Lion, capturing the Golden Hind, and retrieving Cerberus from the underworld, cemented Hercules’ status as a symbol of resilience, redemption, and heroism.
Going The Distance: From Legend, To Film, To Musical
Disney’s hit animated film Hercules debuted in 1997. Directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, the film followed young Hercules and his journey from zero to hero, with characters like the fiery Hades, the quick-witted Megara, and his satyr sidekick Phil, voiced by the iconic Danny DeVito. Known for its vibrant animation and catchy gospel-inspired soundtrack by Alan Menken and David Zippel, the movie marked a departure from Disney’s traditional fairy tale formula.
In 2019, Disney Theatrical Productions collaborated with The Public Theater in New York to bring Hercules to the stage as a musical. The stage adaptation retains Menken and Zippel’s iconic music while expanding Hercules’ story to explore themes of heroism, community, and self-discovery in an exciting new light. After a successful run in New York, the production crossed the seas to make its European premiere in Hamburg, Germany. Now, four years since its first performance, Disney’s Hercules arrives in the West End, bringing Hercules’ legendary tale to a whole new audience.
Hercules Cast And Creatives
The role of Hercules is played by Luke Brady (Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street) and is joined by Mae Ann Jorolan as Meg (Hercules, Hamburg), Trevor Dion Nicholas as Phil (Aladdin), Stephen Carlile as Hades (The Producers), Craig Gallivan as Bob (Frozen the Musical), Lee Zarrett as Charles (My Fair Lady), and Candace Furbert (TINA - The Tina Turner Musical), Sharlene Hector (Standing At The Sky's Edge), Brianna Ogunbawo (Hadestown), Malinda Parris (The Little Big Things), and Robyn Rose-Li (Tammy Faye) as the electrifying muses!
The West End production of Hercules includes a book written by Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah, direction by Casey Nicholaw, choreography by Casey Nicholaw and Tanisha Scott, music by Alan Menken and David Zippel, scenic design by Dane Laffrey, costume design by Gregg Barnes and Sky Switser, lighting design by Jeff Croiter, sound design by Adam Fisher, and video design by George Reeve.
Get Your London Hercules Tickets Today!
You might not be a damsel but you’ll definitely be in distress if you miss out on getting tickets for Disney’s Hercules. Hurry, book today!
Age Recommendation 6 and over (Under 4's will not be admitted, all under 16's must be accompanied by an adult)
Performance Dates Until 5 Sept 2026
Performance Times Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat 2.30pm
Content Warning TBC
Run time TBC
Venue Theatre Royal Drury Lane
