Tony Award-winning director Jerry Mitchell is stepping into a new role as producer for ‘King of Pangea’, a groundbreaking musical set to premiere at London’s newly relocated King’s Head Theatre this summer.

Mitchell, known for directing ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ and ‘Kinky Boots’, discovered the show while mentoring its development at a writers’ residency in New York. “When I heard Martin’s stunning music, I knew I wanted to do anything I could to help others hear this moving melodic story,” says Mitchell, who describes the show as “a beautiful map to the other side of grief.”

The production marks a significant moment for London’s theatre scene, being one of the first major shows at the King’s Head Theatre’s new purpose-built venue in Islington Square. The theatre recently moved from its historic pub location of 53 years to a modern 200-seat auditorium.

Written by Martin Storrow based on his personal experiences, the musical follows a young man who retreats into an imaginary island from his childhood while dealing with the loss of his mother. The show will run from June 7th to July 6th, 2025.

Mitchell joins lead producers Nicole LaFountaine, Jaime Bartolett, and Tony Award-winner Luke Katler for the production. The creative team includes director Richard Israel, known for developing new musicals in New York.

The premiere continues London’s growing reputation as a launching pad for new musical theatre, following successful recent debuts of shows like ‘The Devil Wears Prada’. Tickets for ‘King of Pangea’ start from £10, with the show recommended for audiences aged 10 and above.

The production represents another milestone for the King’s Head Theatre, which has previously launched the careers of stars including Hugh Grant, Dawn French, and Alan Rickman, while premiering works by acclaimed writers such as Tom Stoppard and Victoria Wood.