Magical Merlin Returns to the West End for Autumn Half-Term 2025

Family Favourite Set for Limited Engagement at St. Martin’s Theatre

The enchanting children’s musical Magical Merlin is set to cast its spell on audiences once again this autumn, with a limited West End run at St. Martin’s Theatre from Monday 27 October to Sunday 2 November 2025. Presented by Perform Productions, the show offers magical, musical fun for children aged 3+ and their families, just in time for half-term.

Previously a sell-out hit in 2022, Magical Merlin returns to the home of The Mousetrap for daytime performances across the week, combining original songs, dazzling choreography and a heartwarming tale of friendship, courage and adventure.

A Magical Quest Through Ancient Britain

Set in the mythical world of Ancient Britain, the story follows a young Merlin as he must protect the newborn King Arthur from the wicked Morgan Le Fay, who has started turning people into animals—including the baby’s nanny, Sir Lancelot’s squire, and most of the castle kitchen.

With the help of a brave knight and a kind princess, Merlin journeys through magical forests, faces fire-breathing dragons, and dives into the mystical waters of the Lady of the Lake—all to stop Morgan before she turns Arthur into a hamster.

Bursting with laugh-out-loud moments and catchy songs, this hour-long show is tailor-made for young audiences and families looking for a lively theatre experience.

Creative Team and Producers

Magical Merlin is written and directed by Will Barnett, with:

• Choreography by Aimee Leigh

• Musical Direction by Annemarie Lewis Thomas

• Design by Ryan Dawson Laight

• Sound Design by Tom Marshall

• Lighting Design by Jack Weir

• Production Management by Felix Davies

Casting for this production will be announced soon.

The show is produced by Lucy Quick and Will Barnett for Perform Productions, the creative team behind both Magical Merlin and Jungle Rumble. They are also the founders of Perform, one of the UK’s leading drama schools for children aged 4–12, with term-time classes themed around Magical Merlin for younger students this season.

Performance and Ticket Information

• Venue: St. Martin’s Theatre, West Street, London WC2H 9NZ

• Dates: 27 October – 2 November 2025

• Running Time: 60 minutes (no interval)

• Age Guidance: 3+

Performance Schedule:

• Mon 27 Oct – 2pm

• Tue 28 Oct – 11am

• Wed 29 Oct – 11.30am & 2pm

• Thu 30 Oct – 11am

• Fri 31 Oct – 11.30am & 2pm

• Sat 1 Nov – 11am

• Sun 2 Nov – 11am, 2pm, 4pm

Please note: contains small pyrotechnic effects, smoke/haze, and flashing lights.

Bringing Magic to Stage and Classroom

With its blend of adventure, humour and song, Magical Merlin promises to be a delightful half-term outing for families. For those already enrolled in Perform drama classes, the show’s characters and themes will feel even more alive, as the term’s curriculum for 4–7 year olds is based on the production.

Whether you're new to Merlin’s world or returning for another quest, this is a theatrical treat perfect for children and adults alike this autumn.