Bring Up The Bodies

2 hours 50 minutes including a 20 minute interval

Instant confirmation

Mobile ticket

Why book with tickadoo?

Last minute availability
Full refund if your event is cancelled
100% Secure payment process
Access exclusive prices
Instant e-ticket delivery

Hilary Mantel is the first author to win two Man Booker Prizes with consecutive novels. They are now adapted for the stage in two parts by Mike Poulton

Bring Up The Bodies is the second part of Mantel’s Cromwell series and its events follow on directly from Wolf Hall.

Anne Boleyn is now Queen, her path to Henry's side cleared by Cromwell. But Henry remains without a male heir, and the conflict with the Catholic Church has left England dangerously isolated as France and the Holy Roman Empire ominously manoeuvre for position.

When the King begins to fall in love with the seemingly plain Jane Seymour, Cromwell must negotiate an increasingly dangerous court as he charms, bullies and manipulates nobility, commoners and foreign powers alike to satisfy Henry, keep the nation safe, and advance his own ambitions.

Mike Poulton’s thrilling stage adaptations, directed by Jeremy Herrin opened to rave reviews in Statford-upon-Avon.

Know before you go

Visitor guidelines

Cast and creatives

CastJoey Batey - Mark SmeatonNicholas Boulton - Duke of SuffolkLucy Briers - Katherine of Aragon/Jane Boleyn, Lady RochfordLeah Brotherhead - Jane Seymour/Princess Mary/Lady WorcesterOlivia Darnley - Mary Boleyn/Lizzie/Mary SheltonNicholas Day - Duke of NorfolkDaniel Fraser - Gregory CromwellBenedict Hastings - Wolsey's Servant/MonmouthMadeleine Hyland - Lady in Waiting/MaidJoshua James - Rafe SadlerPaul Jesson - Cardinal Wolsey/Cardinal Wolsey's ghost/Sir John Seymour/KingstonLydia Leonard - Anne BoleynBen Miles - Thomas CromwellPierro Niel Mee - Christophe/Francis WestonNathaniel Parker - King Henry VIIIOscar Pearce - George Boleyn, Lord Rochford/Edward SeymourMatthew Pidgeon - Stephen Gardiner/Eustache ChapuysJohn Ramm - Thomas More/Harry NorrisNicholas Shaw - Harry Percy/BreretonGiles Taylor - Cranmer/Thomas Boleyn/PackingtonJay Taylor - Thomas WyattCreative TeamDirector - Jeremy HerrinDesigner - Christopher OramSeason Lighting - Paule ConstableLighting - David PlaterMusic - Stephen WarbeckSound - Nick PowellMovement - Siân Williams

Cast and creatives

Awards

Opening times

7.30pm Tues, Wed, Fri, Sun

Opening times

7.30pm Tues, Wed, Fri, Sun

Opening times

7.30pm Tues, Wed, Fri, Sun

Frequently asked questions

How to get there

Get the best of British theatre straight to your inbox

Be first to the best tickets, exclusive offers, and the latest West End news.

You can unsubscribe at any time. Privacy policy

The BritishTheatre.com website was created to celebrate the rich and diverse theatrical culture of the United Kingdom. Our mission is to provide the latest UK theatre news, West End reviews, and insights into both regional theatre and London theatre tickets, ensuring enthusiasts can stay up to date with everything from the biggest West End musicals to cutting-edge fringe theatre. We are passionate about encouraging and nurturing the performing arts in all their forms.

The spirit of theatre is alive and thriving, and BritishTheatre.com is at the forefront of delivering timely, authoritative news and information to theatre lovers. Our dedicated team of theatre journalists and critics works tirelessly to cover every production and event, making it easy for you to access the latest reviews and book London theatre tickets for must-see shows.