If you’re looking for the next must-see musical in London this summer, Extraordinary Women at Jermyn Street Theatre should be top of your list. Running from 23 July to 10 August 2025, this dazzling new production brings Sir Compton Mackenzie’s 1928 comic novel to life with a stellar cast, original score, and a creative team packed with West End credentials. Here are five reasons why Extraordinary Women is set to be the standout musical comedy of the season.

1. A World Premiere with a West End-Worthy Cast

From Caroline Sheen (Mary Poppins, 9 to 5) to Amy Ellen Richardson (Matilda, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie) and Sophie-Louise Dann (Olivier nominee), Extraordinary Women boasts a powerhouse ensemble of some of the finest musical theatre talent in the UK. Whether you’re a West End regular or a curious newcomer, this cast guarantees a show of the highest calibre.

2. Original Music by Tony Award-Winner Sarah Travis

Musical theatre lovers will be thrilled to hear that the score is composed by Sarah Travis, best known for her Tony-winning orchestrations of Sweeney Todd. Her latest work, with lyrics by actor and biographer Richard Stirling, promises humour, heart, and a touch of Mediterranean magic.

3. Vibrant Direction and Choreography

Directed by Paul Foster (Curtains, The Cabinet Minister) and choreographed by Jo Goodwin (My Fair Lady, Pippin in Concert), this production transforms a post-WWI Mediterranean island into a joyful, chaotic, emotional haven – packed with movement, music, and theatrical flair.

4. A Comic Novel Set on a Mediterranean Island

Set on the fictional island of Sirene, Extraordinary Women follows the glamorous Rosalba and her lover Aurora as they welcome other fascinating women to their paradise. Expect witty repartee, colourful characters, and unexpected twists as the island community bursts into song, dance – and drama.

5. London’s Most Intimate Theatre Experience

With just 70 seats, Jermyn Street Theatre offers a uniquely close-up view of world-class talent. Located in the heart of the West End, this award-winning studio theatre has a reputation for bold, brilliant productions – and Extraordinary Women is no exception.

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Booking & Info

Jermyn Street Theatre, 16b Jermyn Street, London SW1Y 6ST
23 July – 10 August 2025
Evenings: Tuesday to Saturday, 7.30pm
Matinees: Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday, 3.00pm
Tickets: £32 (£28 concessions), Previews £18 (23 & 24 July)
Press Night: Friday 25 July, 7.30pm
Box Office: 020 7287 2875
Online Booking: www.jermynstreettheatre.co.uk

Don’t miss the chance to be part of a brand-new musical’s journey – Extraordinary Women is set to be one of the most talked-about shows in London this summer.