Six

This play has its humble beginnings in a classroom at Cambridge University. A group of students conceptualized a modern retelling of the afterlife of the six wives of Henry VIII, for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It has since come to West End, and has been nominated for 5 Olivier Awards, and has won 3 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards!

This quirky concept of bringing these ill-fated wives to life as pop singers is carried out masterfully by writers Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss with Jamie Armitage as co-director with Moss. Gabrielle Slade’s glittery costumes and Tim Deiling's arena-style lighting beautifully present a modernized twist on the 16th-century aesthetic.

The Story

Henry VIII, despite his impressive list of achievements, is infamously known to be the wife killer. He married and beheaded 6 of his wives. This play is an attempt at understanding what the 6 went through but in the form of a musical showdown.

The show starts with a musical battle between the 6 to determine who has had the worst experience at the hands of their husband. Through these battles, the show explores the themes of beauty and external validation in their times. Most importantly it explores the lack of agency women had in their lives. Ultimately the 6 realize how society functions and its impact on their lives. This show is the perfect example of lacing a poignant issue with comedy to make it more palpable.

Show Timings

• Tue, Wed & Fri 8 PM
• Thu 5:30 PM & 8:30 PM
• Sat 4 PM & 8 PM
• Sun 4 PM & 7 PM
• AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES: 4 November 2023 - 4 PM; 28 April 2024 - 4 PM; 7 July 2024 - 3 PM; 12 October 2024 – 4 PM
• CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES: 18th November 2023 - 4 PM; 21st April 2024 - 4 PM; 13 July 2024 - 4 PM; 19 October 2024 - 4 PM
• BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE PERFORMANCES: 12th November 2023 - 4 PM; 13th April 2024 - 4 PM; 6 July 2024 - 4 PM; 13 October 2024- 3 PM

Cast & Crew

• Leading Roles: Rhianne-Louise McCaulsky as Catherine of Aragon, Baylie Carson as Anne Boleyn, Claudi Kariuki as Jayne Seymore, Dionne-Ward Anderson as Anna of Cleves, Koko Basigara as Katherine Howard and Roxanne Couch as Catherine Parr
• Direction: Jamie Armitage and Lucy Moss
• Written by: Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss
• Choreographed By: Carrie-Anne Ingrouille

• This show is recommended for ages 10 and above.
• Children under the age of 16 need to be chaperoned by an adult.
• Please keep in mind that the theatre does not have an age classification organization. This means that all age recommendations are subjective. Please use your judgment while purchasing tickets for any show.

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Cancellation & Refunds

Tickets cannot be refunded, amended or rescheduled.

Address: 404 Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R 0NH, UK

Tube: Charing Cross, which can be accessed via Bakerloo and Northern lines, is around five minutes away from the theatre. You can also alight at the Embankment station which is connected via the Bakerloo, District, Northern, and Circle lines.

Bus: The bus numbers that ply close to the theatre include 1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 68, 76, 171, 176, and 188.

Available Facilities: Bar and Restroom

Accessibility: Wheelchair access and Assisted Listening Devices

Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security, all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Vaudeville Theatre.

Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.

Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.