Kings don’t kill their wives, right? Tudor England. A field in Essex. Three women hurry to their childhood meeting place, thirsty for gossip from London

Following its award‑winning engagement at the Almeida Theatre, 1536 now transfers to the Ambassadors Theatre for a strictly limited run. This acclaimed new play brings the intrigue, danger, and human cost of Tudor England vividly to life on stage. Secure your official tickets today for one of the most talked‑about productions of the season.

Show details:

• Dates: 2nd May - 1st August 2026
• Age guidance: 14+
• Duration: 2 hours, no interval
• Venue: Ambassadors Theatre, West Street, London WC2H 9ND

About 1536

Set against the turbulent backdrop of Tudor England, 1536 is a gripping exploration of royal scandal and rural struggle. In a quiet Essex field, three women gather at their childhood meeting place, eager to exchange gossip from London. What begins as idle chatter soon darkens into whispers of treachery: rumours of a dangerous rift between King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, and betrayals that strike far closer to home.

As the women wrestle with questions of loyalty, love, and survival, their lives reflect the same instability that shakes the crown. The play reveals how the decisions of monarchs ripple outward, shaping the destinies of ordinary people who must navigate fear and resilience in a world ruled by men.