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
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.