The Little Mermaid: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
The Little Mermaid is set under the sea and tells the story of Ariel, a mermaid who longs to explore the human world. When she falls in love with Prince Eric, Ariel makes a deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human in order to be with him. With the help of her friends, Ariel faces challenges and discovers the true meaning of love and identity. The Little Mermaid is a tale of bravery, friendship, and the beauty of following your heart.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: 1989 Film/Contemporary Musical (2007)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: Fictional / At Sea
Creative Team
Music: Alan Menken
Lyrics: Howard Ashman, Glenn Slater
Book: Doug Wright
Based On: The Little Mermaid➝ (1989 film); The classic fairy tale
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2008)➝
Licensing
The Little Mermaid is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing Options
Europe Licensing Options
International Licensing Options
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2000s, Animals, Based on a Movie, Disney, Family-Friendly, Fantasy, Female Lead, Magic, Popular, Royalty, Summer
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Last Reviewed: March 10, 2026