Six the Musical

Six extended at the Arts Theatre until January 2020

Sophie Thomas
Sophie Thomas

It has been announced that Six has extended its run at the Arts Theatre, with performances now scheduled to January 2020.

A concert-style show based around the lives of Henry VIII's six wives, Six features original music and lyrics written by Cambridge graduates Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss.  

After an initial booking period playing to 5th May 2019, Six will now run at the Arts Theatre for performances through to 5th January 2020, with tickets for the extended booking period now on sale.

The cast of Six includes Jarneia Richard-Noel, Millie O'Connell, Natalie Paris, Alexia McIntosh, Aimie Atkinson and Maiya Quansah-Breed, with understudies Grace Mouat, Vicki Manser and Courtney Stapleton.

Six returns to the Arts Theatre after a national tour in 2018, which played in the West End from 30th August to 14th October. During this run, the production was extended by three weeks.

It has also been announced that Six will play at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, marking the first time the production will be performed in America. Six will play in Chicago from 14th May to 30th June.

Six will play at the Arts Theatre until 5th January 2020.

Six tickets are available now.

Photo credit: Idil Sukan

Frequently asked questions

What is SIX the Musical about?

Divorced, beheaded… live! It’s time to learn about the lives of the wives in this smash hit reimagining of the Tudor era. Sweeping up awards on the West End and Broadway, this rock concert imagines what Henry VIII’s wives would say if they got a chance at the mic. Check out tickets for SIX the Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre today.

How long is SIX the Musical?

The running time of SIX the Musical is 1hr 20min. No interval.

Where is SIX the Musical playing?

SIX the Musical is playing at Vaudeville Theatre. The theatre is located at 404 Strand, London, WC2R 0NH.

What's the age requirement for SIX the Musical?

The recommended age for SIX the Musical is Ages 10+. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult..

How do you book tickets for SIX the Musical?

Book tickets for SIX the Musical on London Theatre.

What are the songs in Six?

SIX features songs from uptempo hits like “No Way” to powerful ballads like “Heart of Stone.” Read our complete guide to the songs in SIX.

Who wrote Six?

Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss are the masterminds behind Six. The pair were awarded the Tony Award for Best Original Score in 2022.

Who directed Six?

Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage co-directed the musical Six. The duo were nominated for a Tony Award for their work on the show.

Is Six appropriate for kids?

Six can be enjoyed by those of all ages but is recommended for ages 10 and up.

Is Six good?

Six is a high-energy show with brilliant choreography and hit songs that you will be humming all the way home. Read our five-star review of Six.

Is Six historically accurate?

Six dramatises actual historical events. While Tudor history mostly recounts events from Henry VIII's perspective, Six the Musical offers a refreshing angle, portraying events from the viewpoint of his infamous six wives.

Who are Henry VIII's wives in SIX: The Musical?

Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr are the six wives of Henry VIII. The rhyme “divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived” is often used to remember their fates.

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