Anne Boleyn’s extraordinary life is set to take centre stage in the world premiere of Anne Boleyn the Musical.
The new musical will debut in the very grounds where her story began—Hever Castle.
Running from 2 to 30 August 2025, the production will unfold in a specially constructed 1,800-seat outdoor auditorium in the grounds of Anne’s childhood home, offering a unique opportunity for theatre lovers to immerse themselves in Tudor history.
Directed by Roxana Silbert, Anne Boleyn the Musical boasts a book by Rebecca Night, with lyrics by Night and Sam Kenyon. Sam Gevers has composed the score, while sound design will be handled by the acclaimed Ringham Brothers.
The plot follows Anne as she bids farewell to her family and embarks on a life-changing journey across Europe, ultimately returning to Hever Castle. It was this journey that prepared her for the fateful meeting with Henry VIII, a love affair that would forever change English history.
The show features set and costume design by Robert Innes-Hopkins, sound design by the Ringham Brothers, and lighting design by Michel Jacobs. Technical Direction is managed by Gary Beestone Associates.
Co-founder of Historalia Productions, Simon de Merode, said: “We are so excited to bring Historalia Productions’ unique blend of historical storytelling and theatrical innovation to UK audiences for the first time. Hever Castle will provide an unmatched historical backdrop for this unforgettable musical.”
istoralia co-founder and director Eliane Astor-de Merode, who is also the future Lady Astor of Hever, said: “Hever Castle is more than just Anne Boleyn’s childhood home; it’s a living monument to her life and the historical events that shaped her destiny. The historic walls of the castle have witnessed the joys and sorrows of Anne’s life, and now, in August 2025, they will once again come alive with the story of this remarkable woman through our musical. This production will offer visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the world as Anne might have known it, within the very grounds where she grew up.
“It is a privilege to play a part in bringing Anne Boleyn the Musical to life at this historic estate. Hever has always been intertwined with Anne Boleyn’s story, and through this production, I’m excited to continue that legacy. It is important to maintain the connection between our family and this place, which meant so much to my children’s ancestors.”
For more information and tickets, visit historalia.co.uk
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