Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain - Part 2

Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain - Part 2 Theatre breaks

About the show

The internationally renowned Birmingham Stage Company brings British history to life (and death) in the second instalment of the critically acclaimed Horrible Histories Barmy Britain. This unique show ruthlessly blends history and comedy and is part of Terry Deary’s goliath series of history for children, which encompasses books, magazines, television shows, theatre productions, computer games, toys, sticker books and possibly even a theme park in the near future.

After the storming success of Barmy Britain Part 1, Horrible Histories returns to the West End. One of the huge successes of the whole franchise is its ability to provide the audience with a real understanding of what life was actually like for people in the past, while providing a non-stop laugh riot from start to finish. Even though we thought the two could never go together, Horrible Histories Barmy Britain Part 2 theatre breaks really are fun yet educational!

What to expect from Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain - Part 2

With Horrible Histories Barmy Britain Part 2 theatre breaks, you can expect a show that is just as gory, funny, interesting, shocking, thrilling, lively, hilarious and squelchy as Part 1, but with a whole new range of topics covered. You can follow Queen Boadicea’s rebellion against the Romans and William Wallace’s rebellion against the English, learning and laughing your way through tales from Britain’s past.

Whether you are coming with your family, your partner, a friend or on your own, we can offer a hotel room to suit you. If you can’t see what you want, please give us a call and speak to our friendly, UK-based advisors (no automated menus, no hold queues). Booking a Horrible Histories Barmy Britain Part 2 theatre break allows you to get excellent value and ensures that TicketTree do all the leg work for you. Don’t forget we also offer rail travel, offering flexible tickets at excellent prices (free seat reservations included).

Reviews of Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain - Part 2

"Roman culinary habits get a Masterchef makeover ("cooking doesn't come tougher than this") in Birmingham Stage Company's theatrical romp, which also features the Vikings invading in a bloody version of Relocation, Relocation and Field Marshal Haig getting fired on the final of The Apprentice for failing to win the task: the Battle of the Somme" Lyn Gardner, The Guardian

Interesting facts about Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain - Part 2

  • The television show that was a product of the Horrible Histories book series has produced a number of sketches that have gone viral online
  • This very successful two part show is not the first time Horrible Histories has been on the stage, The Birmingham Stage Company have created various productions, including a very successful tour in 2006 featuring “bogglevision” (a form of 3D effects)
  • The Horrible Histories books have sold over 25 million copies in 30 languages

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Tips for booking a cheap Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain - Part 2 Break

For cheap theatre breaks the Garrick offers good legroom in the rear Stalls, but for better views of Horrible Histories Barmy Britain Part 2, opt for budget seats in the Upper Circle.

Performances

Various

Running time - 1 hour

Booking until - 03/01/2015

Important information

Unfortunately the theatre is unable to supply booster cushions to patrons of family shows.

Garrick Theatre

Charing Cross RoadLondon
WC2H 0HH

Nearest tube - Charing Cross

Seating information - The theatre is split into 3 tiers: the Stalls are at the ground level, with the Dress Circle on the 1st floor and the Grand Circle at the top.

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