If you and your children love watching Horrible Histories then we have great news for you! The Horrible Histories Life On Stage Show is coming to The Regent Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent this March to take you through the squelchiest and yuckiest moments in British and Egyptian history. Using actors and ground-breaking 3D special effects (called Bogglevision), these two astounding shows; Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Directed by Nel Foster, the Horrible Histories Live on Stage is written by Terry Deary (based on his bestselling Horrible Histories books) who is the world’s bestselling non-fiction author for children and one of the most popular children’s authors in the country. Did you know that he has written 200 books which have been translated into 40 different languages? Over the past 25 years, his 50 Horrible Histories titles have sold over 25 million copies worldwide from China to Brazil! With fans ranging from 5 to 105, the show is going to be booked quickly, so get your tickets while it is still available.
Terrible Tudors – Be on guard as historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips, 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 (which will fire cannonballs thanks to the 3D illusions) as it sails into the audience!
Awful Egyptians – Meet the fascinating Pharaohs, gasp at the power of the pyramids and discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the Afterlife? It’s the history of Egypt with the nasty bits left in! Hold on to your seats as Mummy reaching out to grab you thanks to the 3D special effects!
How do I book tickets to watch Horrible Histories?
Tickets are now on sale and available from the Box Office, by calling 0844 871 7649 or by visiting ATG’s website here. Do note its recommended for kids aged 5 and above.
How long is the show for and what are the timings?
The show will be opening on Tuesday, 19 March 2019 and will run until Saturday, 23 March 2019. Here are the following times for both the shows.
Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors – 1.30pm on 19 & 20 March and 7pm on 22 and 23rd
Horrible Histories – Awful Egyptians – 7pm on 19th, 1.20pm on 21st, 10.30am on 22nd and 2.30 on 23rd.
How much do the tickets cost?
Tickets are priced from £13 to £20 (Some seats include ice-cream)
Where is The Regent Theatre in Hanley, Stoke?
Piccadilly
Stoke-on-Trent
ST1 1AP
Tel: 08448717649
About Regent Theatre
The Regent Theatre is a theatre in Stoke-on-Trent, England. Constructed in 1929 as a cinema, it is one of several theatres in the city centre and one of two owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group. The building was converted for full-time use as a theatre in 1999, and since then has hosted a number of shows and musicals. The theatre is also the northern base for the Glyndebourne Touring Opera.
Tips / Information
- Parking is ample either arond the public car parks close to The Regent, but do check the rules. Some parking lots might need you to pay even at night. We parked up at intu Potteries and that cost us £1 (its fixed rate after 6pm).
- The Regent also provides binoculars (usually located at the back of each seats) for £1.
- Programme Booklets are usually on sale for £5, full details of the show and cast members are featured on it.
- The Regent is a beautiful theatre with ornate decor and traditional seating. It has plenty of performances out throughout the year and lots of variety.
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Photo Credit: Regent Theatre / Mark Douet
38 comments
This sounds like such a fun show! I’m a huge fan of theater and stage shows. They’re always a blast.
So glad to hear that Stacie, they also have some 3D effects in store, so looking forward to watching it
My daughters and I love the theater. These look to be very entertaining!
This show is adapted from the Horrible Histories book (which has later been made into short television production shows for kids). So its going to be amazing.
This looks like so so much fun. I hope they make it to Toronto, would love to watch it.
Hope they do Chad, especially if you are a fan of the show
This definitely looks like an interesting and fun show. Too bad it’s so far from us.
Maybe next time Heather
Wow, i love watching theaters shows too, it really gives a different style and drama to the audience. It’s really thrilling to watch such shows.
This looks like such an interesting production! I bet you had the best time.
theater is really fun to watch. this sounds like an interesting show
Absolutely, can’t agree more
I like shows like this, how I wish I could have an opportunity to watch it.
Hope you do get the chance John
What a fun production! My kids have a love/hate relationship with scary things, but I think they’d really enjoy this show!
So glad to hear that, they would love this show for sure Sara
My kids would enjoy this show; they love scary movies! I love how this is also historically informative too!
Absolutely, this production is made specially for kids and to teach them some history along the way
I absolutely love the theater! This looks like a super fun show!
Yes it certainly is especially for kids and educational too
I am sure this is an exciting show as I can imagine looking at these pictures. Love the mummy wrap, look scary but at the same time fun. Great review.
Thank you appreciate your comments
Never tried watching a stage show. And this looks something that I would love to watch on my 1st time.
Yes you would love the 3d visual effects for sure
What an awesome show. My husband would be so happy to watch this.
Glad to hear that
Can’t believe they’re 25 years old! I remember my brothers reading them at school 🙂 I don’t have children myself, but will share this post with a few of my friends who do. I am sure they’ll find it very useful – they may want to take their kids x
Thank you Becca, we can’t believe 25 years has gone by so quickly as well
Omg what an awesome show!!! I would love to watch it for myself one day!!!!!
Hope you do Courtney, you can catch their series on BBC Kids Channel
I’ve actually never heard of this but it sounds hilarious! I will share this with some of my mommy friends as I don’t have kids myself. 🙂
Try googling them on youtube to see if you can see a short video or them or read up on them on the BBC website
We love going to see Horrible Histories and cannot wait to go again this year
Glad to hear that Kara, hope you do head there this year as well x
I never heard about it. Looks interesting.
Do read more about it on the link we have provided or wait for our review
I can’t believe the books have been around for 25 years! I loved them when I was younger. I’d definitely enjoy the show, I’m sure.
Yes you would Anosa, we are as excited as our kids to watch this live