Wolf Hall Theatre breaks

Thomas Cromwell: blacksmith, soldier, merchant, advisor, courtier. It is 1527, and the mysterious and deadly Cromwell is the trusted advisor of Cardinal Wolsey, King Henry VIII’s right-hand man. Yet with Henry’s two-decade marriage to Katharine of Aragon yet to produce a male heir, the pressure on Wolsey is mounting to grant the King his desire. What happens to Katharine has terse ramifications, for England, for Catholicism, for Wolsey, and for Cromwell.

Adapted by Mike Poulton from the Man-Booker Prize-winning novel by Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall is a searingly intense account of Tudor court politics. Following a transfer from its critically acclaimed run at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Wolf Hall runs alongside Mantel’s sequel, Bring Up the Bodies.

Conspiracy, intrigue, politics and betrayal. Ben Miles takes on one of the most compelling fictional characters in recent years with Wolf Hall.

With a range of top-quality London hotels to choose from, Wolf Hall theatre breaks are the perfect opportunity to spend a night in the seat of Henry VIII’s power. Why not add a second night and continue Mantel’s incredible story with Bring Up the Bodies? You can also add rail travel and make sure a Wolf Hall theatre break concludes in real style!

"Exhilarating stage-craft and masterly narrative" *****, Paul Taylor, The Independent
"The success lies in the fact that we feel this is both a piece of living history and a guide to the early modern world. These plays are about class, passion, conscience, religious freedom and the danger of living in a society where power goes unchecked." ****, Michael Billington, The Guardian
"Splendidly entertaining and at times deeply touching", ****, Charles Spencer, The Telegraph

• The title, Wolf Hall, alludes to the Seymour family home
• Sir Thomas More, Cromwell’s rival in the play, coined the word “utopia” in his 1516 book of the same name
• Many of the contemporary images of More, Cromwell and Henry VIII come from the portraits of Hans Holbein the Younger, who was patronised by both Cromwell and Henry, and appears in both Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies

Row K in the Upper Circle is of particular note for cheap theatre breaks, and has been recommended but many who’ve sat there for its surprisingly good views. The Upper Circle does have a few restrictions on some of its seats’ views, though being over 5’4” will largely negate these. Booking early is a good idea to get the best budget allocation!

Running time - TBC

Booking until - 05/10/2014

This play is the first of two shows in the same series. The second, Bring Up the Bodies, is running simultaneously at the Aldwych Theatre. You can book Bring Up the Bodies theatre breaks at the following link: Bring Up the Bodies theatre breaks

If you would like to book both shows, please call us on 01482 221 256.

Please note, bronze tickets may have a restricted view.

Aldwych
Covent GardenLondon
WC2B 4DF

Nearest tube - Covent Garden & Holborn

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.

If you are booking a break more than six weeks in advance you can choose to pay just 50% of your package price at the time of purchase and settle the remaining balance a month before you travel.

Add rail to your package and save up to 50% on 'pay on the day' prices. We offer great value, flexible travel options to make your trip hassle free!