Set sail for a shipload of incredible songs in this hilarious, must-see musical! Bringing to life the story of the most iconic ship of the 20th century, Titanique features the unforgettable hits of Celine Dion, the queen who stole our hearts with "My Heart Will Go On" from James Cameron’s Oscar-winning film. After a hit-filled run on Broadway, the musical made it’s West End transfer at the end of 2024 and has been sailing straight into audiences’ hearts ever since. Dive into this article to discover the songs that go on… and on… and on in this theatrical voyage.

The West End has been hit by an iceberg of laughter as Titanique The Musical docks in London. This outrageous parody of James Cameron’s epic film Titanic has sailed from cult favorite to theatrical sensation, packing the stage with pop ballads, campy chaos, and Céline Dion as the ultimate narrator. But did this madcap musical make waves with the critics—or did it sink under the weight of its own absurdity?

Meet the cast of Titanique

Written by an award-winning team - Marla Mindelle,Constantine Rousouli and Tye Blue, Titanique is a splash hit musical parody that has been taking the theatre world by storm. One of the greatest love stories of all time and eleven-time Oscar-winning film Titanic is retold by Canadian songstress Céline Dion. As the story takes audiences on an outrageously funny journey, who is playing the roles of Céline Dion, Cal, Jack, Rose, and The Iceberg?

Who plays Céline Dion?

Taking the lead of Canadian songstress and superstar Céline Dion is Lauren Drew. Her theatre credits include Evita (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), Lizzie the Musical (Hope Mill Theatre and Southwark Playhouse), Kinky Boots (Adelphi Theatre), and Heathers the Musical (The Other Palace and Theatre Royal Haymarket).

Who plays Cal?

Jordan Luke Cage takes on the role of the male antagonist, Cal. A leading man on the London West End, his past accolades include Bat out of Hell (Dominion Theatre), The Pride (Fortune Theatre) and The Light in the Piazza (Alexandra Palace).

Who plays Jack?

Playing the lead protagonist is Rob Houchen. His theatre credits include Titanic (Charing Cross Theatre), Les Misérables (Queen’s Theatre), Sondheim’s Old Friends (Sondheim Theatre & Universal), and South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre, Sadlers Wells & UK Tour).

Who plays Rose?

Katie Ronney takes on the female protagonist role of Rose. The actress’s theatre accolades include Rose in Hex (National Theatre) and Laertes in Hamlet (National Theatre).

Who plays The Iceberg?

Taking on the role of The Iceberg is Layton Williams. His credits include Billy Elliott (West End), Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Apollo Theatre, UK/international tour), Thriller Live! (West End), Hairspray! (2018 UK Tour) and Cabaret (West End).

The Titanique is looking shipshape, as West End favourites join original crew members to bring the multi award-winning musical to London’s West End! 

Having started its voyage over two years ago, the off-broadway (iceburg) hit will finally be dropping anchor at The Criterion Theatre from 9 December. Helming the ship will be Lauren Drew (SIX) as Céline Dion, Darren Bennett (Singin’ in the Rain) as Victor Garber / Luigi, Jordan Luke Gage (Bonnie & Clyde) as Cal, Emmy nominee Stephen Guarino (Eastsiders) reprising his role as Ruth, Rob Houchen (Les Misérables) as Jack, Kat Ronney (Hex) as Rose, Charlotte Wakefield (The Great British Bake Off Musical) as Molly Brown and Layton Williams (Cabaret) as the Iceberg. Seriously. 

Completing the company are 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).