FAMILIES in are in for a historical treat as Horrible Histories Live on Stage arrives in town with Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians.
These two horrible productions will take audiences on a wildly entertaining journey through history, packed with outrageous facts, larger-than-life characters and featuring spectacular eye-popping 3D special effects that will leave the whole family spellbound.
Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians are two shows that bring history to life in all its gruesome glory. Families can choose to experience one or double the fun by seeing both.
- Terrible Tudors – From the horrible Henries to the evil Elizabeth, this show unveils the legends (and the lies!) of the torturing Tudors. Discover the fate of Henry VIII’s unlucky (and headless) wives, witness his punch up with the Pope, and meet Bloody Mary. Plus, prepare to duck as the Spanish Armada sails straight into the audience.
- Awful Egyptians – From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids travel back to Ancient Egypt and uncover the foul facts of death, decay, and those menacing mummies! Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Will you dare to pass through the Gates of the Afterlife? This is Egyptian history with all the nasty bits left in!
Whether families choose Terrible Tudors, Awful Egyptians, or both, they’re guaranteed a laugh-out-loud, eye-popping adventure through time.
Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians are written by Terry Deary, Neal Foster and JP Cherrington based on Terry Deary’s bestselling books. He has written 200 books which have been translated into 42 different languages. His 50 Horrible Histories titles have sold over 35 million copies worldwide from China to Brazil!
Both shows are directed by Neal Foster, designed by Jackie Trousdale, lighting by Jason Taylor, sound by Nick Sagar, music by Matthew Scott and choreography by Kenn Oldfield.