Coven

Coven: The Haunting New Musical Inspired by England’s Darkest Witch Hunt

LIMITED ENGAGEMENT: 31 October – 13 December 2025 at Kiln Theatre

Experience the Untold Story That Shocked England

This autumn, witness the scorching new musical that’s bringing one of Britain’s most chilling historical episodes to vivid life on the London stage. Coven delves into the harrowing true story of the 1612 Pendle Witch Trials – one of England’s most notorious witch hunts that sent 10 innocent people to the gallows.

Perfect for visitors seeking an unforgettable theatrical experience beyond the typical London tourist attractions, this powerful production combines haunting melodies with a gripping historical narrative that will stay with you long after you leave the theatre.

A Spellbinding Journey Through Dark History

Set in Lancashire’s shadow-filled Pendle Hill region, Coven follows young Jennet, whose fateful accusation sets in motion a terrifying chain of events. In a dramatic twist of fate, she finds herself imprisoned alongside the very women she once feared and condemned. As her own beliefs begin to crumble within the prison walls, shocking truths emerge about power, persecution, and the price of fear.

Award-Winning Creative Team

This remarkable production brings together extraordinary theatrical talent:

• Direction by Miranda Cromwell – Winner of the 2020 Olivier Award for Best Director for her groundbreaking production of “Death of a Salesman”
• Original music by Grammy-winning artist Daisy Chute and playwright Rebecca Brewer, blending period influences with contemporary power
• Innovative staging that transports audiences to 17th century Lancashire and the dark cells where accused “witches” awaited their fate

Historical Significance

The Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 represent one of England’s most thoroughly documented witch hunt cases. Taking place during the reign of James I (who was famously obsessed with witchcraft and even wrote a book called “Daemonologie”), these trials reflected the religious tensions and superstitions that gripped post-Reformation England.

What makes this story particularly compelling is that, unlike many witch trials of the era, detailed court records survive to this day, allowing us a rare glimpse into this disturbing chapter of British history.

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Important Visitor Information

• Venue: Kiln Theatre, 269 Kilburn High Road, London
• Accessible by tube: Kilburn (Jubilee Line) or Brondesbury (Overground)
• Run time: TBC (No interval)
• Content advisory: This production contains themes of misogyny, witch prosecution, imprisonment, state violence, execution, classism, and other mature content. It features instances of swearing and depicts acts of violence.

Limited Season – Book Now

Coven runs for just six weeks during the atmospheric autumn season – the perfect time to experience this haunting tale of England’s witch-hunting past. Secure your tickets now for what promises to be one of London’s most talked-about new musicals of 2025.

Make your London visit truly unforgettable with this powerful, thought-provoking theatrical experience that brings a crucial piece of British history to vivid life.

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