Little Dancer to play for one night only this July starring Tiler Peck, Julian Ovenden & Laura Pitt-Pulford
A new musical inspired by one of the world’s most iconic sculptures is set to make its UK debut in London’s West End this summer.
Little Dancer – A New Musical in Concert will play for one night only at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, bringing to life the story behind Edgar Degas’ famed sculpture Little Dancer of Fourteen Years.
The show tells the compelling tale of Marie van Goethem, the young ballerina who posed for Degas before disappearing into the underworld of 19th century Paris.
Following critically acclaimed, sold-out productions in Washington D.C. and Seattle, this London concert staging marks the show’s anticipated UK premiere.
Who is starring in Little Dancer?
The musical concert will star Tiler Peck, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet and Olivier Award nominee, currently featured in Prime Video’s hit series Étoile.
Edgar Degas will be played by West End stars Julian Ovenden (South Pacific, Downton Abbey), with Adult Marie played by Laura Pitt-Pulford (Standing at the Sky’s Edge).
The creators of Little Dancer
Little Dancer features music by Stephen Flaherty and book and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, the Tony Award-winning team behind Ragtime, Anastasia, and Once on This Island.
The production is directed and choreographed by five-time Tony and Olivier Award winner Susan Stroman, whose West End and Broadway credits include Smash, The Producers, Crazy for You, Oklahoma! and Contact.
The production is brought to the London stage by Anita Waxman Productions, Tegan Summer Theatricals, Shea Theatricals, Sharon A. Carr, and Patricia R. Klausner.
Dates & Tickets for Little Dancer
Little Dancer – A New Musical in Concert is playing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London on 27 July 2025.
More about Little Dancer – A New Musical in Concert tickets at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane London
Julian Ovenden is also starring in a solo concert at His Majesty’s Theatre in London on 7 September 2025 – book tickets.
Little Dancer – What They Said
Susan Stroman (Director & Choreographer) said: “I find Little Dancer to be a life-affirming piece of theater. It was certainly inspiring and uplifting to create. To me, the show is beautiful, entertaining, interesting, but most importantly, profound. Marie wanted to be a great dancer, and inadvertently, through art, became the most famous dancer in the world.”
Lynn Ahrens (Book & Lyrics) said: “For a writer, finding a story that’s never been told is like striking gold. Little Dancer is one of those rare stories: an unknown girl, a famous artist, and a work of art that rocked the world. It’s an absolute thrill to bring this work to the London stage and I can’t wait for our audience to experience it.”
Stephen Flaherty (Music) said: “The musical world of Little Dancer is rich, evocative and romantic. Its music sweeps you into the magical world of Edgar Degas and the Paris Opera Ballet. It’s been my absolute pleasure to create this world with my collaborators, and we are thrilled it will be coming to London’s historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane this summer in concert!”
Theatre Royal Haymarket, London
Related News
A brief history of Theatre Royal Drury Lane, the West End’s oldest theatre
Into the Woods cast perform live on St Martin’s Lane and switch on West End’s Theatreland-inspired Christmas lights
First listen: Julian Ovenden and Laura Pitt-Pulford sing ‘Marie / C’est le Ballet’ in a newly released music video for Little Dancer at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Jesus Christ Superstar hosts star-studded Cancer Research UK Gala at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Latest News
A jaunt through the history of panto: how a flexible theatre form transformed Britain’s Christmas theatre scene
Everything you need to know about West Side Story at the National Theatre
10 reasons we can’t wait for West Side Story