What is Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors?
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors brings history’s most gruesome, gory and giggle-worthy era to life on stage at the Lyceum in Sheffield.

Based on the bestselling Horrible Histories franchise, this live show combines actors, eye-popping 3D special effects and fast-paced comedy to make Tudor history unforgettable — and unapologetically horrible.
What will audiences see?
This is history with the nasty bits left in. Audiences will:
Meet the horrible Henrys
Discover the fate of Henry VIII’s headless wives
Witness Henry’s infamous punch-up with the Pope
Encounter Bloody Mary
Watch Edward VI drop dead in his bed
Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience
All delivered with the irreverent humour and anarchic energy that Horrible Histories fans love.
What makes this show special?
Using live actors and spectacular visual effects, Terrible Tudors makes historical figures leap off the page and into the theatre. The show balances laugh-out-loud comedy with real historical facts — sneaking education in while everyone’s too busy laughing to notice.

It’s designed to thrill children while keeping adults entertained too.
Why is this a great family day out?
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors is ideal for families because it:
Makes history exciting and accessible
Encourages curiosity and learning
Offers plenty of jokes for all ages
Works as a first theatre experience for younger audiences
It’s perfect for school-age children — and grown-ups who secretly enjoy the gory bits.
Who is this event for?
This show is ideal for:
Children aged 6+
Families and school groups
Fans of the Horrible Histories books and TV series
Anyone looking for fun, educational things to do in Sheffield

🎟 Tickets and full event details:
https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/horrible-histories-terrible-tudors

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What is Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians?
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians brings ancient history roaring to life on stage at the Lyceum in Sheffield, packed with jokes, jaw-dropping visuals and all the gruesome facts school textbooks leave out.

Based on the hugely popular Horrible Histories series, this live theatre show uses actors, eye-popping 3D special effects and fast-paced comedy to make Ancient Egypt unforgettable — and gloriously disgusting.
What will audiences see?
Get ready to dive into the foul facts of death, decay and divine rulers as the show explores:
The fascinating Pharaohs
The secrets behind the pyramids
Mean and mummified Egyptians
The afterlife and its terrifying trials
Legendary rulers like Ramesses the Great
From sacred rituals to sinister mummies, history doesn’t just come alive — it practically leaps into the audience.
What makes this show special?
Awful Egyptians combines real historical facts with anarchic humour, turning ancient civilisation into laugh-out-loud theatre. The use of 3D effects and live performance means audiences don’t just learn about history — they experience it.

It’s education disguised as entertainment, with plenty of “eww!” moments along the way.
Why is this perfect for families?
This production is ideal for:
School-age children
Families looking for fun, educational theatre
Fans of the Horrible Histories books and TV series
Young audiences discovering theatre for the first time
Parents can relax knowing there’s plenty of clever humour for adults too.
Who is this event for?
This show is perfect for:
Children aged 6+
Families and school groups
History fans with a sense of humour
Anyone looking for engaging, educational things to do in Sheffield

🎟 Tickets and full event details:
https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/horrible-histories-awful-egyptians

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