Magical Merlin West End

Magical Merlin - we're back in the West End!

Due to overwhelming demand, Magical Merlin returns to the West End this October half-term for a limited run of magical, musical fun for children and their families. Tickets are on sale now - don't miss out!

Our West End theatre shows offer Perform children the unforgettable experience of seeing their term's story brought to life by professional actors on a real stage. But whether your child attends Perform or not, Magical Merlin is a must-see mini-musical for anyone looking for a fun and memorable family day out.

Magical Merlin West End
Magical Merlin West End
Magical Merlin West End
Magical Merlin West End
Magical Merlin West End

Photos from the 2022 production of Magical Merlin

Set in the enchanted world of Ancient Britain, Magical Merlin whisks you away to a land of witches, wizards, and legendary adventures. When the baby King Arthur is born and his jealous sister Morgan Le Fay starts turning people into animals, it's up to Merlin to save the kingdom. With help from brave Sir Lancelot and kind-hearted Princess Guinevere, the quest takes them past fire-breathing dragons and into the magical waters of The Lady of the Lake - all before Morgan can turn the royal baby into a hamster!

Bursting with catchy songs, dazzling choreography and laugh-out-loud moments, Magical Merlin celebrates friendship, courage, and believing in yourself. It's a theatrical treat that will leave the whole family spellbound.

Show details

Monday 27th October - 2pm

Tuesday 28th October - 11am

Wednesday 29th October - 11.30am & 2pm

Thursday 30th October - 11am

Friday 31st October - 11.30am & 2pm

Saturday 1st November - 11am

Sunday 2nd November - 11am, 2pm & 4pm

To book 10 or more tickets call 020 7255 9120 and receive our 10% group booking discount.

Run time: 1 hour

Suitable for ages 3+

St. Martin's Theatre

West Street

London

WC2H 9NZ

Please note that this production contains the use of theatrical haze, smoke effects and pyrotechnics. These effects are used throughout the performance and may not be suitable for those with respiratory conditions or sensitivities.

Magical Merlin West End

Watch the magic unfold

Take a sneak peek at the spellbinding spectacle that captivated audiences last time Magical Merlin hit the West End! From dazzling costumes and toe-tapping songs to the thrilling adventures of Merlin, King Arthur and friends. Whether you're reliving the fun or discovering it for the first time, this is a taste of the unforgettable experience waiting for you this October half-term.

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Meet the cast

Joy Brenugat

Joy Brenugat

Broomstick / Ensemble / Swing

Originally from France, Joy Brenugat is a versatile actor, singer and dancer with international performance experience. She has worked in leading resorts abroad and is a seasoned tribute performer, appearing in acclaimed Little Mix and Spice Girls productions. Joy has also starred as Chaka Khan in a UK soul show, showcasing her powerhouse vocals and stage presence. She is excited to bring her energy and talent to London's West End in Magical Merlin.

Tré Copeland-Williams

Grunt / Lancelot

Tré's theatre credits include Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (West End), The Drifters Girl (UK tour), The Book of Mormon (West End and tours), Spring Awakening and Parade (Frogmore Papermill), and Fame (Italian tour). Film and TV work includes Rudeboy, Mimesis, An African Soldier, and Live at the Electric (BBC). Commercial credits include Sainsbury's and MTV. Represented by Brewis Scott Associates, Tré is thrilled to join the cast of Magical Merlin.

Tre
Michelina DeVeas

Michelina DeVeas

Guinevere / Eilonwy

Michelina DeVeas is an American actor, singer and dancer now based in London. Beginning as a classically trained ballerina, she expanded into modern, jazz, hip-hop and musical theatre. She holds an MFA in Acting with distinction from East 15 Acting School. Theatre credits include a national tour with Rah Rah Theatre Company and devising work with Bad Faith Theatre. Michelina is delighted to be making her West End debut in Magical Merlin.

Jordan Donnelly

Uther / Magic Dustman / Pendragon

Jordan, originally from County Armagh, trained at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. Credits include Magical Merlin (Fortune Theatre), The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons (UK tour), and Choir of Man (Arts Centre Melbourne, NCL). He also performs with the vocal trio Dudes Sing, which played two sold-out London shows in 2024. Thrilled to reprise his role in Magical Merlin, Jordan thanks his family, friends, and Innovation Artists.

Jordan
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Sophie Ladds

Crone / Morgan Le Fay / Lady of the Lake

Originally from Cambridge, Sophie trained at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, receiving the Peter Ackerman Award for Comedy. Theatre highlights include The Turn of the Screw (Bristol Old Vic), Big Bruvva the Musical (Edinburgh Fringe), and The Dream (Perform in the Park). On screen, credits include Silent Witness, EastEnders, Doctors, Call the Midwife and Hullraisers. A two-time Great British Pantomime Award nominee, Sophie is thrilled to join the cast of Magical Merlin.

Georgie Macaskill

Ninianne / Mildred

Georgie is delighted to be joining Magical Merlin in London's West End! She trained at the Urdang Academy. Her theatre credits include Middle Billy/Terry the Troll in The Three Billy Goats Gruff (UK tour), Poppy Piglet in The Three Little Pigs (UK tour), Piggie in Elephant and Piggie's: We Are in a Play! (European premiere, Perform in the Park), and Desdemona in Jack and the Beanstalk (Westlands, Yeovil). She's ready to bring magic and mischief to the stage!

Georgie
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Finan McKinney

Ensemble / Swing

Finan trained at Performance Preparation Academy and ArtsEd. Theatre credits include Ensemble/Cover Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar (Watermill Theatre), Abanazer in Aladdin (Millfield Theatre), Ensemble/Cover Blippi in Blippi The Wonderful World Tour (West End and international), and Prince in Sleeping Beauty (Guildford Fringe). Other credits include Double Life VR (UK tour) and Viking Cruises. Finan, represented by Brewis Scott Associates, is delighted to join Magical Merlin and thanks his family and friends.

Ben Stock

Merlin

Ben trained at the Guildford School of Acting and is thrilled to return to Magical Merlin. West End credits include Grease, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Dame Edna - The Spectacle and Jungle Rumble. He is a regular panto dame, winning Best Ugly Sisters at The Pantomime Awards. Ben has also performed internationally in cabaret, directed across the Cunard fleet and released two solo albums. He is delighted to rejoin this magical adventure!

Ben Stock

Meet the creatives

Will Barnett

Will Barnett

Writer & Director

Will co-founded Perform in 2000 and has since written over 50 original musicals for young people, including Cinderella Rocks, Hercules Beat, The Dream, and The Magical Island. In 2022, he brought Jungle Rumble and Magical Merlin to the Fortune Theatre, and in 2023 directed Mermaids & Pirates and The Dream for Perform in the Park. A former advertising creative, Will is passionate about creating magical, imaginative theatre for families.

Aimee Leigh

Choreographer

Aimee trained at Middlesex University and the National Film and Television School. Choreography credits include Magical Merlin (St Martin's Theatre), Cinderella (Norwich Theatre Royal), and A Christmas Carol (Mayflower Studios). Television work includes My Dinner with Herve (HBO), the FA Cup Opening Ceremony (BBC1), and commercial campaigns for Kellogg's and Adidas. Also an accredited intimacy director, Aimee is delighted to return to Magical Merlin and help shape its movement storytelling.

Aimee Leigh
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Annemarie Lewis Thomas

Musical Director

Originally from Swansea, Annemarie is an acclaimed musical director, cabaret pianist, and published composer/lyricist. She has MD'd Rent, Annie, Billie the Kid (West End), and Shakespeare in the Squares, as well as composing musicals for Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds and YMT:UK. A former Principal of The MTA drama college, she is also a qualified counsellor. Annemarie is thrilled to collaborate with Perform again on Magical Merlin.

Ryan Dawson Laight

Designer

Ryan's credits include Troilus and Cressida (Shakespeare's Globe), The Lightning Thief (The Other Palace/UK tour), My Son's a Queer (West End/New York), and numerous productions for Chichester Festival Theatre, Regent's Park Open Air, and Paines Plough. He has designed for leading dance companies including Akram Khan, Boy Blue, and Gary Clarke, earning Olivier and WhatsOnStage Award recognition. Ryan is thrilled to bring his designs to Magical Merlin.

Ryan
Tom Marshall

Tom Marshall

Sound Designer

Tom's recent sound design credits include Jesus Christ Superstar (Watermill Theatre), Dear Evan Hansen (UK tour), The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (UK tour), Sister Act (London/UK tour), and A Chorus Line (UK tour). Previously, he worked internationally as a sound mixer and associate designer, and continues to engineer live music concerts at the Royal Albert Hall. Tom is delighted to be designing sound for Magical Merlin.

Jack Weir

Lighting Designer

Jack is a seven-time Off West End Award nominee for Best Lighting Design and a 2025 Offies finalist. A Guildhall graduate, he won the ETC Lighting Design Award in 2014 and a LIT Award in 2017. His extensive credits span West End, Off West End, UK tours, and international productions, including The Woman in White, Closer to Heaven, Death Drop, and concerts for Audra McDonald and Ariana DeBose.

Jack Weir
Lou Petty

Lou Petty

Costume Supervisor

Lou has worked extensively in costume as both maker and supervisor, with projects spanning Sadler's Wells, Chichester Festival Theatre, the Barbican, and numerous theatre and dance companies across the UK. Passionate about backstage collaboration and craft, Lou brings expertise and creativity to every production. She is delighted to be part of the team bringing Magical Merlin to life for Perform this season.

Listen to our favourite songs from the show

Sing along with some of our favourite songs from the Magical Merlin west end show. Toe-tapping tunes that capture the magic, mischief and adventure of the show!

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Black Cat
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Rabbit In A Hat
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Broomstick Flick
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Perform Productions West End show reviews

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We loved it. It was perfectly pitched for the children. As they knew the story line and some of the songs from their drama sessions they were able to immediately engage with the play. My daughter was singing and dancing to the songs she knew.
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Rudo Madada-Nyakauru
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Myself and my 5-year-old-absolutely loved the show!!! He was singing along loudly to all the songs which he knew by heart.
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Razia Ahamed
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We absolutely loved it. It was a fantastic introduction to the West End for my son. He has loved telling his friends and family all about it.
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Rebecca Hall
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What a fantastic show! Not sure who enjoyed it most, the kids or us.
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Alexandra O'Rourke
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We absolutely loved it!! The singing was out of this world, the actors were excellent and captivated us from the moment they set foot on the stage. 45 minutes of brilliant entertainment. Everything a theatre visit should be.
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Vicky Hickman
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