About the Show

Horrible Histories lights up the West End with an educational show about the Tudors.

The Tudors were a royal dynasty that ruled England and Wales from 1485 until 1603.

Beginning with King Henry and ending during Queen Elizabeth's reign, Horrible Histories has staged a fun piece of live educational theatre about a fascinating section of Britain's history.

Horrible Histories is dedicated to teaching children about history with all the nasty bits left in. In addition to stage shows, their franchise includes books, television series, and more.

Critic Reviews (4)

For a previous production

"The plays operate at a much less ambitious level. It’s good summer holiday content, the feeling you’re taking the kids to something that will both mildly entertain and mildly improve them. But for something so obsessed with naughtiness, ‘Terrible Tudors’ actually plays it very safe."
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For a previous production

“With songs, slapstick and pauses for explainers along the way, it delivers a whirlwind recap of the period in British history...from the cheers and jeers of its young, attentive audience, it seems this one still has some mileage in it.”
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For a previous production

“The Tudor Dynasty was particularly brutal so the show relies heavily on the japes and panto-capers of the cast; and this double hander successfully fills the children with glee...A great school holiday activity for all the family. A terribly funny show, jam packed with some very horrible history indeed.”
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For a previous production

“ ‘Horrible Histories’ is the perfect mix of learning whilst having fun...it isn't just the youngsters who soak up new facts; everyone is in on the enlightening fun. No matter what age you are, you’ll learn and laugh in unison with everyone else...is the perfect school holiday trip to the theatre: a great blend of absurd jokes and very horrific history.”
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