Titanique's Layton Williams Stuns in First Look from Céline Dion-Inspired Titanic Musical

Titanique Flips the Titanic Story with Layton Williams at the Center

Let’s be honest—Titanique is not your grandma’s Titanic. Forget the heart-wrenching drama and dive into a whirlwind of laughter, iconic ballads, and some seriously wild performances. Front and center is Layton Williams, whose star turn in this offbeat musical has everyone talking. But if you were hoping to see a photo of Williams dressed as the legendary Iceberg, you’ll have to snag a ticket. The producers are keeping that scene strictly for the live audience, teasing fans with a flashy new image of Williams in another mysterious role.

This twisty take on Titanic, directed by Tye Blue, approaches the familiar tragedy from the mind of none other than Céline Dion. Yes, you read that right. The show rewrites the story through her unmistakable voice and humor, threading together hits like “My Heart Will Go On” and “All By Myself.” The result? Something that feels as much like a pop concert as a musical. Expect throwbacks, big vocals, and a wink to every iconic moment from James Cameron’s original film.

Since debuting at London’s Criterion Theatre in December 2024, Titanique has exploded in popularity. People flocked to see Williams and the rest of the pitch-perfect cast, which includes Lauren Drew tearing it up as “Céline,” Jordan Luke Gage brooding as Cal, Rob Houchen recreating that heartthrob Jack vibe, and Charlotte Wakefield delivering pure swagger as Molly Brown. Even with a packed schedule, the show extended its run all the way through June 8, 2025. If you want in on the action, you’d better act fast—tickets (starting at just £15) are selling through fan-favorite outlets like TodayTix and LoveTheatre.

Layton Williams: The Olivier-Winning Iceberg You Never Saw Coming

Layton Williams’ performance is the kind people gossip about after the curtain drops. This year, he landed the 2025 Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical. Industry insiders and regular theatergoers alike praise his high-energy take on the Iceberg—which, let’s be honest, is usually just a silent plot device. Williams turns it into a scene-stealer with plenty of laughs and a dose of camp. Yet, all the hype around his performance makes that unshared first-look image even more tantalizing for fans.

What sets Titanique apart isn’t just the color and comedy—it’s how fearlessly it reworks the old storylines. By placing Céline Dion at the center, the musical blends nostalgia with self-aware humor, poking fun at everything we remember (and maybe even the things we forgot) about the original film. It’s the kind of show that doesn’t care about tradition; instead, it spins up new legends, with Layton Williams leading the charge. As Titanique sails on with record crowds at the Criterion, one thing is clear: this musical is anything but a sinking ship.