HORRIBLE HISTORIES-BARMY BRITAIN AT THE GARRICK THEATRE
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Set in loathsome London, the **Birmingham Stage Compnay** proudly present the world premiere of [**Horrible Histories-Barmy Britain** ](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/play/1022/HORRIBLE-HISTORIES-tickets.aspx)at the [**Garrick Theatre** ](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/venue/32/Garrick-Theatre.aspx)from 14th February to 1st September 2012 during the day with **Chicago** on stage in the eveing.
The **Horrible Histories** series comprises of 50 titles and have sold over 25 million copies in 40 countries. Written by **Terry Deary**, **Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain** is adapted from his books by the author himself in collaboration with Neal Foster and Ciaran McConville.
The production is also directed by **Neil Foster** who's credits also include The Firework-Makers Daughter, The Jungle Book, and George's Marvellous Medicine. In addition, his production of Skellig recently played at The New Victory Theatre.
The **Birmingham Stage Company** have been staging the series for over 10 years.
The show comedically explores stories from Roman, Tudor, Stuart, Georgian, Victorian and World War I periods and features famous characters such as Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Guy Fawkes, Florence Nightingale and General Earl Haig.
In the opening production, Rex will be played by **Benedict Martin** and Queenie by **Lauryn Redding**. The show, suitable for 6 years and over is sure to be hit with the children providing both entertianment and education.
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