A bold new musical inspired by Jim Henson’s Labyrinth

Genre: Surreal Coming-of-Age Fantasy Musical
Style: Theatrical fantasy meets emotional realism, with a sweeping score blending glam rock, orchestral ballads, and dark fairytale motifs.
Cast Size: Medium ensemble (8–12 performers), including featured roles and puppetry/creature ensemble
Target Audience: Teens, adults, and fans of cult classics and fantasy musicals

Synopsis:

When 17-year-old Wren Hayes — an introverted, artistic teenager grieving her late mother — escapes into her sketchbook fantasies, she unknowingly summons an ancient magic. Upon uttering a mysterious wish, she’s swept into a surreal, shape-shifting labyrinth ruled by the enigmatic Goblin King, Jareth. Her only hope of escape lies in a treacherous journey through the maze… one that mirrors her deepest fears, regrets, and dreams.

Guided by the now-grown Sarah Williams — the heroine who once escaped this world decades ago — Wren must confront twisted riddles, living memories, and creatures of her own imagination. But as the line between fantasy and truth begins to blur, Wren must decide: will she give in to the seductive illusions of the Labyrinth, or rediscover the strength to return to a life she thought she wanted to leave behind?

Themes:

• Escapism vs. acceptance

• Grief and emotional resilience

• The journey of self-definition

• Mentorship and legacy

• Facing the shadows within

Why This Musical:

THROUGH HER EYES is a richly imaginative stage musical that honors the legacy of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth while forging a new emotional journey for a modern audience. With unforgettable characters, evocative visuals, and a score that fuses theatricality with raw emotional depth, this is a story about growing up — not by forgetting your fantasies, but by learning what they’ve been trying to tell you all along.