Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits
Thu 30 Jul · 01:00
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Prepare for a theatrical journey through the peculiar and often preposterous annals of British history as Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits descends upon the Apollo Theatre in London. This stage show, opening its doors on Thursday 30 July 2026, promises to unearth the less-than-glamorous truths that lie beneath the surface of our nation's past. Forget dusty textbooks; this production aims to shock, amuse, and educate by vividly resurrecting the lives and often unsettling exploits of historical figures and bygone eras. Audiences can expect a dramatic and engaging exploration, delving into the stories of those who shaped Britain, warts and all. Tickets for this historical romp are available for £19.50.
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Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits takes place on Thursday, 30 July 2026 at 01:00. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits is held at Apollo Theatre in London (Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7ES).
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits are priced at £19.50. Live prices and availability are shown on theapollotheatre.co.uk.
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits is performing at Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits.
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits can be booked via theapollotheatre.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits
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Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits is a comedic adaptation of the Horrible Histories series for adults, focusing on humorous anecdotes and historical events from British history. It has toured mid-size UK venues and attracted an audience interested in both historical fact and witty comedy performances.
About this event
Prepare for a theatrical journey through the peculiar and often preposterous annals of British history as Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits descends upon the Apollo Theatre in London. This stage show, opening its doors on Thursday 30 July 2026, promises to unearth the less-than-glamorous truths that lie beneath the surface of our nation's past. Forget dusty textbooks; this production aims to shock, amuse, and educate by vividly resurrecting the lives and often unsettling exploits of historical figures and bygone eras. Audiences can expect a dramatic and engaging exploration, delving into the stories of those who shaped Britain, warts and all. Tickets for this historical romp are available for £19.50.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits?
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits takes place on Thursday, 30 July 2026 at 01:00. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.
Where is Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits taking place?
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits is held at Apollo Theatre in London (Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7ES).
How much are tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits?
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits are priced at £19.50. Live prices and availability are shown on theapollotheatre.co.uk.
Who is performing at Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits?
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits is performing at Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits.
How do I get tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits?
Tickets for Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain - The Best Bits can be booked via theapollotheatre.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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£19.50
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Until Monday, 31 August 2026
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