'Conflict Between Church & State' An Audience with King Henry VIII

The year is 1542 and the King is in a contemplative mood. Events of recent years weigh heavily upon him – the annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, the break with Rome and the dissolution of the Monasteries.

This is the sister show to ‘Divorced, Beheaded, Died’. Of this show, it has been said:
“…. a bravura performance as an aged (and lame) Henry VIII. This is Henry, at once dangerous and yet tinged with regret. There is humour and pathos here, as well as convincing menace…. Not to be missed!” The Very Revd Chris Dalliston, Dean of Peterborough Cathedral

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Jack Abbot is a performer who has specialised in recreating historical characters for more than 25 years, has appeared at numerous heritage, educational and corporate venues across the UK and the USA; including many managed by the National Trust, English Heritage, Historic Scotland and other such bodies.

As the holder of a Performers Contract at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and at ‘Historic Jamestown’ (both Virginia, USA), he frequently performs at various of their properties. Additionally, he holds a Performers Contract, issued by The Royal Collections Trust (on behalf of The Royal Household), performing within Windsor Castle, the only performer to hold such a contract.

Of the 30 or more characters he performs, Henry VIII is the most popular. First created as a one-man show, more than 12 years ago, the show has gone through a number of revisions and now is offered as a theatr