1558. England. A country divided by religion and politics, teetering on the brink of civil war. The hopes of the nation lie with one Woman.
2015. England. A country divided by those who enjoy plays featuring men in dresses and those who don’t. The hopes of the nation lie with two Bristolian actors.
But Howard Coggins and Stuart Mcloughlin can no longer rely on apparent physical resemblances to Tudor monarchs. They’ve done Henry VIII, and the truth is neither of them look like anyone else. Stu’s agent has just dumped him and Howard’s aspirations of being a proper serious actor are slowly being quashed by his constantly having to go up to London for relentless commercial castings. Things are bad. But they won’t be deterred. They’re just going to have to dig a little deeper. Act a little better. Live a little dangerous-er, as they attempt to tell the story of the greatest Monarch that ever lived – Elizabeth: The Virgin Queen.
But will these two theatrical sons of Bristol be up to the challenge? Can Stu take the heat? And will Howard get jealous that he’s no longer playing the main part?
With more live original music, silly songs, smutty shenanigans, perfunctory props, and hysterically historical horseplay, this promises to be (another) poorly researched and unforgettable lesson in Tudor history by the duo that brought you ‘The Six Wives of Henry V111’. If their last two visits to Dorset are anything to go by, early booking is a must! Suitable 14+.
“A glorious celebration of silliness… honed comedy craftsmanship” The Stage
“fabulous light-hearted entertainment” What’s on Stage
Wed 11 March, 7:30pm. Halstock Village Hall. 01935 891744
Thur 12 March, 7:30pm. Portesham Village Hall. 01305 871925
Fri 13 March, 7:30pm. Morden Village Hall. 01929 459431
Sat 14 March, 7:30pm. West Lulworth Village Hall. 01929 400790
Sun 15 March, 7:30pm. Tarrant Gunville Village Hall. 01258 830361
Sat 21 March, 7:30pm. The Royal Manor Theatre, Portland. 0333 6663366
