{"id":588,"date":"2025-05-17T10:30:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T10:30:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/?p=588"},"modified":"2025-05-17T10:30:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-17T10:30:20","slug":"barmy-britain-at-the-apollo-theatre-a-must-see-horrible-histories-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/?p=588","title":{"rendered":"Barmy Britain at the Apollo Theatre \u2013 A Must-See Horrible Histories Show"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"994\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0998.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0998.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0998-300x249.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0998-14x12.jpeg 14w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_0998-800x663.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Barmy Britain &#8211; It\u2019s back \u2013 and it\u2019s barmier than ever! <br>This summer, the <strong>Birmingham Stage Company<\/strong> is returning to the West End with the <em>ultimate<\/em> history lesson, packed with gruesome facts, laugh-out-loud moments, and all the brilliant bits that history textbooks leave out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"2160\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-1440x2160.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-596\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-1440x2160.jpeg 1440w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-300x450.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-8x12.jpeg 8w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-800x1200.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1007-scaled.jpeg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Boudicca goes Barmy &#8211; Barmy Britain Live at the Apollo <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>As a family, we\u2019re HUGE Horrible Histories fans and love when we get to see the live show \u2013 from <em>A Horrible Christmas<\/em> (we still sing the songs!) to the incredible <em>Terrible Thames<\/em> boat tour, these shows have become some of our favourite family memories. So when we heard that <strong>Barmy Britain \u2013 The Best Bits!<\/strong> was coming to London for a special <strong>20th anniversary celebration<\/strong>, we knew we had to be there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s the show about?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>This brand-new production brings together the <em>greatest hits<\/em> from the Barmy Britain series in one riotous, hilarious, history-packed adventure. You\u2019ll get up close and personal with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The battle-ready <strong>Boudicca<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The dreaded <strong>plague<\/strong> (watch out for sneezing!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The muck-spreading <strong>Nightsoil Men<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highwayman <strong>Dick Turpin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The terrifying tale of <strong>Burke and Hare<\/strong><br>&#8230;and loads more wonderfully weird characters from Britain\u2019s past!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest, as home educators we are always on the lookout for ways to bring history alive in fun, engaging, and memorable ways. This is <em>exactly<\/em> that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Barmy Britain turns dry history into hilarious theatre.<\/strong> The kids will learn without even realising it \u2013 and you\u2019ll be right there laughing along too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It covers key British historical events and figures<\/strong>, making it the perfect companion to those of you studying or interested in learning about British history,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It\u2019s a brilliant day out in London.<\/strong> You can tie it into a whole educational trip \u2013 visit the Tower of London, wander through the British Museum, or even hunt down a few of the show\u2019s featured historical locations in real life!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It suits mixed ages.<\/strong> Whether you\u2019ve got a curious 6-year-old or a too-cool 12-year-old, this show appeals to a wide age range (it\u2019s recommended for ages 5 to 105!). It\u2019s genuinely enjoyable for grown-ups too, making it a win-win.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We love weaving theatre, storytelling and immersive experiences into our home ed life \u2013 and Horrible Histories has become one of our favourite ways to do just that. It\u2019s high-quality, educational entertainment at its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a non-stop 70-minute whirlwind through time, perfect for kids (aged 5+) and grown-ups alike \u2013 because let\u2019s face it, we all secretly love a gross-out fact or two. And don&#8217;t worry, <strong>the nasty bits are well and truly left in<\/strong>. It\u2019s history as it should be: funny, fearless and just a bit foul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfac <strong>Why it\u2019s a big deal<\/strong><br>This show marks <strong>20 years of Horrible Histories Live on Stage<\/strong> and an incredible <strong>14 years in London\u2019s West End<\/strong>. It\u2019s directed by <strong>Neal Foster<\/strong>, features both Foster and <strong>Emma Swan<\/strong>, with set design by <strong>Jacqueline Trousdale<\/strong>, lighting by <strong>Jason Taylor<\/strong>, sound by <strong>Nick Sagar<\/strong>, music by <strong>Matthew Scott<\/strong>, and choreography by <strong>Kenn Oldfield<\/strong>. Basically \u2013 this is a top-quality production through and through!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<p>If you\u2019re a fan of family theatre, you\u2019ll know the Birmingham Stage Company are the gold standard. They\u2019ve also brought us the brilliant stage versions of David Walliams<strong>\u2019 Awful Auntie,<\/strong> which we saw and absolutely loved last year, <strong>Gangsta Granny<\/strong>, and <strong>Demon Dentist<\/strong>, along with Roald Dahl\u2019s <strong>George\u2019s Marvellous Medicine<\/strong> and <strong>The Witches<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"869\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1010.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1010.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1010-300x223.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1010-16x12.jpeg 16w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1010-800x594.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Meeting David Walliams at the 2024 launch of The Birmingham Stage Company\u2019s Awful Auntie <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcda Based on the bestselling books by <strong>Terry Deary<\/strong> (over <strong>36 million copies sold<\/strong> in 45 languages!), Horrible Histories are packed with gory facts and unforgettable tales that kids can\u2019t get enough of \u2013 and parents secretly enjoy just as much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1031\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-1440x1031.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-1440x1031.jpeg 1440w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-300x215.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-1536x1100.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-2048x1467.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-18x12.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1008-800x573.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc51 <strong>Final word from us<\/strong><br>This isn\u2019t just a show \u2013 it\u2019s a full-on, family-friendly, fact-filled <em>event<\/em>. If you\u2019re looking for a brilliant way to spend a summer\u2019s day in London  get your tickets now. With a short <strong>one-month run<\/strong> and seats starting at <strong>\u00a319.50<\/strong>, it\u2019s going to sell out faster than you can say \u201crotten royals\u201d!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfad <strong>Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain \u2013 The Best Bits!<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Apollo Theatre<\/strong>, Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EZ<br>\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Thursday 31 July \u2013 Sunday 31 August 2025<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Tickets from just <strong>\u00a319.50<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udd52 <strong>Running time:<\/strong> 70 minutes (no interval)<br>\ud83d\udcde <strong>Box Office:<\/strong> 0330 333 4809<br>\ud83d\udcbb <strong>barmybritain.com<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1005.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1005.jpeg 1100w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1005-300x91.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1005-18x5.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1005-800x244.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Something a little extra I\u2019ve recently discovered is the Birmingham Stage companies Educational packs! Whether you can get to the show or not I highly recommend downloading these free packs bursting with information, fun and learning. <a href=\"https:\/\/birminghamstage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bbt_teacher_resources-compressed.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/birminghamstage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bbt_teacher_resources-compressed.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See you there \u2013 we\u2019ll be the ones howling with laughter in the front row (and possibly dodging imaginary plague rats\u2026).\ud83d\udc00 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1021.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1021.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1021-300x155.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1021-18x9.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1021-800x414.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"607\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1019.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1019.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1019-300x156.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1019-18x9.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1019-800x415.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1020.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1020.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1020-300x156.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1020-18x9.jpeg 18w, https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_1020-800x416.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you keep an eye on our children\u2019s theatre page for more fun filled educational family shows <a href=\"https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/?cat=7\">https:\/\/homeeducatewithhayley.com\/?cat=7<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Barmy Britain &#8211; It\u2019s back \u2013 and it\u2019s barmier than ever! 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