Production photos of UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE SEA WITCH released
Emmie Newitt
11 February, 2026, 15:14
A critically acclaimed musical parody, Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch returns to London following triumphant performances across the UK, including its last run at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant in 2023. This current run marks the musical's fourth incarnation.
Allie Dart, Sam Buttery and James Spence in Unfortunate. Photo by Mark Senior.
Starring in the production is Sam Buttery (The Addams Family Concert, London Palladium) as Ursula, Allie Dart (2:22 A Ghost Story, Apollo Theatre) as Sebastian & others, Julie Yammanee (Young Frankenstein, Hope Mill Theatre and Liverpool Playhouse) as Ariel, Blair Robertson (Mamma Mia!, UK & International Tour) as King Triton & others, and James Spence (Unfortunate, UK Tour) as Eric & Others.
The ensemble consists of Freya McMahon (Hairspray, UK Tour), Jacob Whawell (Cilla the Musical, UK tour) and Kelly Sweeney (Heathers, West End & UK tour).
An irreverent, adult-humoured musical parody - Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch reimagines Ursula’s life, showing her as a misunderstood icon rather than a villain. It shares the "real" story behind The Little Mermaid from her perspective.
Catch it at The Other Palace until 5 April 2026.
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