Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors
14 May to 16 May
About Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is, everyone is dead!
So it’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage!
Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!
Terrible Tudors: From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch-up with the Pope.
Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience!
It’s Tudor history with the nasty bits left in!
Watch the trailer
What the critics say
“The auditorium seems fit to combust spontaneously in an explosion of joy and excitement!” ★★★★★
The Times
“Wholly accessible, educating, entertaining and enjoyable, Horrible Histories live on stage is a tour de force!” ★★★★
BBC
Reviews
“Both shows are incredibly lively, fun and genuinely educational. I loved it and you’d surely love it too!”
Manchester Evening News
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
From £19.95
Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95
Dates & times:
Thursday 14 and Saturday 16 May 2026
Thursday at 10.30am
Saturday at 6.30pm
Running time:
1 hour 30 minutes, including an interval
Location:
Main Auditorium
Age guidance:
5+
About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.
Opened in 2010, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London.
Designed for comfort and accessibility, the venue features step-free access, wheelchair spaces, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical, stand-up comedy, or a magical Christmas pantomime, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone.
See important information about Getting there and Access here
