'SIX' reveals new West End Queens
The new company will feature a mix of old and new faces, including Jaz Robinson as Catherine of Aragon and Thao Therese Nguyen as Anne Boleyn.
Don't lose your head, but Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’s musical SIX has just announced its new cast, which takes over at the Vaudeville Theatre from 18 February.
The new company will feature a mix of old and new faces. Jaz Robinson takes on the role of Catherine of Aragon, having played the part in the Canadian production from 2023-4. Thao Therese Nguyen will continue as Anne Boleyn, Hana Stewart — who was previously a swing at the Vaudeville, as well as an alternate in the West End and on Broadway — will play Jane Seymour, and Dionne Ward-Anderson will once more play Anna of Cleves. Caitlyn De Kuyper will join as Katherine Howard and Amelia Kinu Muus as Catherine Parr.
Also joining are Leonor Correia as Alternate Seymour/Howard, Honey Joseph as Alternate Aragon/Cleves, and Odelia Dizel-Cubuca as Alternate Boleyn/Parr. Shakira Simpson and Laura Baxter will join Meg Dixon-Brasil as West End SuperSwings.
The on-stage band, the Ladies in Waiting, includes Beth Jerem as musical director/keys, Alice Angliss on drums, Emma Jemima on guitar, Kelly Morris on bass, and Sinéad Rodger as assistant musical director.
Written by Marlow and Moss, SIX reimagines the story of the six wives of Henry VIII, blending history with pop music to bring the queens into the 21st century.
The production’s creative team includes direction by Moss and Jamie Armitage, choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, set design by Emma Bailey, costume design by Gabriella Slade, lighting design by Tim Deiling, sound design by Paul Gatehouse, musical orchestration by Tom Curran, and musical supervision by Joe Beighton.
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Photo credit: the new SIX Queens. (Photo by Craig Sugden)
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?
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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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