Caitlyn De Kuyper in SIX the Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre, London. Picture: Pamela Raith
SIX continues at the Vaudeville Theatre, London.
Star rating: five stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Now celebrating an incredible six years in the West End, Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’ award-winning, global hit SIX continues to reign supreme at the Vaudeville Theatre – and with a fresh cast, the new queens have well and truly arrived.
From the moment the music kicked in, the energy was electric. Alternate Honey Joseph set the tone as a commanding Catherine of Aragon, delivering powerhouse vocals with conviction. That momentum carried effortlessly through Super Swing Meg Dixon-Brasil’s Anne Boleyn — a punchy, hilarious performance that brought rebellious flair and charm to her professional and West End debut.
Alternate Leonor Correia, also making her professional debut, was Jane Seymour on this occasion, offering a standout performance of a different tone. With poise and emotional depth, her ballad drew the audience in with quiet intensity, her vocal control leaving a lasting impression.
The tone shifted again as standout Dionne Ward-Anderson gradually revealed the full force of Anna of Cleves. What began with delicious dry wit built to a scene-stealing number bursting with sass, slick choreography and soaring vocals — sending the audience into uproar.
Just when you thought the show had peaked, Caitlyn De Kuyper delivered a show-stopping turn as Katherine Howard, bringing soul, humour and a sharp edge to one of the show’s most emotionally layered songs. Her performance was both playful and poignant, unpicking the character’s past with style and vulnerability.
Closing the circle was Amelia Kinu Muus as Catherine Parr, who anchored the final stretch with sincerity, clarity and grace. Her warm, grounded presence drew together the stories of the six queens, reminding us that their voices – and power – have endured.
What keeps SIX dazzling after all these years is not just its inventive concept or pop-concert style – it’s the strength and chemistry of its cast and band. Every performer brings their own flavour, with vocal talent to match, while still blending seamlessly as an ensemble.
Crucially, SIX is a show that tears down the velvet rope. There’s no snobbery here – just an open invitation to clap, cheer, sing and celebrate. Whether you’re a musical theatre devotee or new to the West End, you’re part of the party.
SIX isn’t just surviving – it’s thriving. Smart and brilliantly fun, this show continues to evolve while reclaiming history for six women who were too often reduced to how they died. With this stellar new cast, the crown remains firmly in place.
Elisha Owen
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