Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a splashy Broadway musical adaptation of the beloved animated film, featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and a book by Doug Wright. The show follows Ariel, the curious and headstrong mermaid princess who dreams of life beyond the sea. When she rescues the human Prince Eric and falls in love, Ariel makes a risky deal with the sea witch Ursula to trade her voice for a chance to walk on land. With unforgettable songs like “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” and “Kiss the Girl,” the musical brings the magic of the ocean to the stage with dazzling visuals and imaginative choreography.

This Broadway retelling expands on the original film’s themes of independence, identity, and empowerment. Ariel is no longer just a wide-eyed dreamer—she takes control of her destiny, ultimately saving herself and her kingdom.