TITANIQUE announces final boarding at Criterion Theatre and first UK tour

FINAL BOARDING AT CRITERION THEATRE 3 JANUARY 2027

FIRST EVER UK TOUR TO LAUNCH AT
THEATRE ROYAL NEWCASTLE ON 17 SEPTEMBER 2027 WITH MYRA DUBOIS SET TO STAR AS RUTH

WILLIAM HANSON TO RETURN TO WEST END AS RUTH FROM 10 NOVEMBER 2026 – 3 JANUARY 2027 

 Producers Eva Price and Michael Harrison today confirm that following the conclusion of its splash hit West End run, TITANIQUE will embark on its first ever UK tour next year starting at Theatre Royal Newcastle on 17 September 2027 with Myra DuBois set to star as Ruth on the road. Final boarding for TITANIQUE at Criterion Theatre will be Sunday 3 January 2027 with William Hanson returning to the role of Ruth from 10 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.

Titaníque made a triumphant West End debut when the production opened at the Criterion Theatre in January 2025 to widespread critical acclaim. Going on to win two Olivier Awards – Best New Entertainment or Comedy Play, and Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical for Layton Williams – from three nominations, including a Best Actress in a Musical nod for Lauren Drew, as well as four WhatsOnStage Award nominations. From a basement Off-Broadway to an international phenomenon, Titaníque picked up seven major awards during the 2022/23 season including three Lucille Lortel Awards and was nominated for four Tony Awards including Best Musical for its 2026 Broadway season. 

William Hanson returns to the Ship of Dreams as Ruth for its final 8 weeks in London, taking over the role from Myra DuBois who is currently playing Ruth until 8 November. They join cast members Ailsa Davidson as Rose, Lewis Francis as The Iceberg, Astrid Harris as Céline Dion, Freddie King as Jack, Cameron Vear as Cal, Michael Vinsen as Victor Garber / Luigi and Nikki Wheeldon as Molly Brown; with AJ Lewis, Joi Lurrie and Sophie-Rose Middleton as on-stage background vocalists. Finton Flynn, Josh Lovell and Charlotte Soo complete the cast as offstage understudies.

On returning to the West End William Hanson said: “As a great diva once opined, “it’s not a comeback, it’s a return”! And one I’m thrilled about. My original seven-week run onboard the RMS Titaníque sailed by only too quickly and was a voyage of never-ending fun with the most gorgeous and talented company. To be able to go back and work with them again, and to close what has been one of my favourite shows on the West End for some time, is an honour and a privilege.” 

On going on tour Myra DuBois added: “I’ve adored playing Ruth in the West End, how thrilling to get to spend a few more months with her around the country in this screamingly hilarious show!”

The critically acclaimed splash hit is playing until 3 January 2027 with tickets on sale at london.titaniquemusical.com.

Please note Myra DuBois will not be performing on 14 & 15 October and William Hanson will not be performing on 20 – 22 Nov & 5 Dec 2026.

Full details and casting information for the UK tour will be announced in due course. To keep up to date with tour info follow uktour.titaniquemusical.com.