Anne Boleyn, Theatre Royal Brighton

Lover. Heretic. Revolutionary. Queen. Compelling, witty and often laugh-out-loud funny, this celebration of a great English heroine, Anne Boleyn leaps cunningly between generations to expose the life and legacy of Henry VIII’s notorious second wife. Anne Boleyn is traditionally seen either as a pawn manipulated into the King’s bed, or as a sexually licentious predator, even a witch. But Howard Brenton puts a very different Anne – and her ghost – on the stage. Witty and confident in her sexuality, she takes on the vicious world of Tudor Court politics. She is in love with Henry but also in love with the most dangerous ideas of her day. Conspiring with the exiled William Tyndale, Anne plots to make England Protestant for ever.... Read more >>

Running time: 2h 30m including interval

Anne Boleyn Overview

Lover. Heretic. Revolutionary. Queen.

Compelling, witty and often laugh-out-loud funny, this celebration of a great English heroine, Anne Boleyn leaps cunningly between generations to expose the life and legacy of Henry VIII’s notorious second wife.

Anne Boleyn is traditionally seen either as a pawn manipulated into the King’s bed, or as a sexually licentious predator, even a witch. But Howard Brenton puts a very different Anne – and her ghost – on the stage. Witty and confident in her sexuality, she takes on the vicious world of Tudor Court politics. She is in love with Henry but also in love with the most dangerous ideas of her day. Conspiring with the exiled William Tyndale, Anne plots to make England Protestant for ever.

Following two sell out London seasons, two powerhouses of great theatre - ETT and Shakespeare’s Globe, join forces to stage this vivid and vibrant production; gripping, rich in humour and shot through with sublime chamber music and visual imagery. Unmissable.

***** ‘Ticklishly enjoyable. Teasingly intelligent. A big, bold and generous evening’ The Sunday Telegraph

**** ‘Riveting, rollicking stuff, rich and spicy as a tudor banquet’ The Times

Anne Boleyn Access

Booking Information

Access Booking line: 0844 871 7677

Access Performances

Audio Description
None scheduled
Sign Language Interpreted
None scheduled
Captioned
None scheduled
SUR Titles
None scheduled

Venue Access Information

There are four wheelchair spaces available in the stalls. The first counter of the Box Office is at a height suitable for wheelchair users.
Theatre Royal Brighton is equipped with a Sennheiser infra-red sound amplification system. To access the infra-red systems please request receiving equipment from the kiosk situated in the main foyer. Please be sure to request a compatible seat when booking your tickets, as only selected seats work within the infra-red area

Equipment available: Headset This device amplifies sound through earpieces similar to regular headphones. Suitable for persons without a hearing aid or some hearing aid devices that are able to accommodate a headset over them.

The first counter of the box office is fitted with an induction system for people who are hard of hearing.
Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre.
There is a separate, accessible toilet facility on the ground floor by the stalls bar.

Theatre Royal Brighton Information

Theatre Royal Brighton

Theatre Royal
New Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1SD
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Directions

By train:

Theatre Royal Brighton is situated only five minutes walk from Brighton rail station; with frequent train services serving London and the South East.

By road:

From the M23/A23, follow the signs to the town centre. There is parking nearby for over 3,000 cars.

Contact Information

Book online: Use the links below

Telephone Booking: 0844 871 7650

Customer Service: 0844 871 7627

Groups Bookings: 0844 871 7617

Access Bookings: 0844 871 7677

Stage Door / Admin:* 01273 764400
*please note it is not possible to assist
with bookings on this number

The Parlour

Theatre Royal Brighton has announced its latest production; The Parlour, the Theatre’s new cafe located on New Road. Open from early morning to early evening, The Parlour will serve a selection of teas, fresh ground coffee, pastries, cakes and snacks. So take your seat and join us for a drink and snack next time you are visiting.

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Anne Boleyn Group Bookings

G10+ £3 off per ticket.
G20+ As above, but with 1 ticket free.

Schools - £12.50 each plus 1 teacher free per 11 students. Tues evenings and Wed matinee.

Booking Information

Groups Booking line: 0844 871 7617

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