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1536

Kings don't kill their wives, right? Ava Pickett's award-winning debut play explores female friendship in Tudor England as three women witness history ripple through their rural lives. Starring Liv Hill, Siena Kelly and Tanya Reynolds. Book tickets for this five-star West End transfer!

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What is 1536 about?

Tudor England. A field in Essex. Three women hurry to their childhood meeting place, thirsty for gossip from London. Word spreads of a clash between King Henry VIII and his Queen, Anne Boleyn. And closer to home, another rumour begins to catch fire.

As these women begin to see echoes of the royal drama in their own rural lives and a rise in violence spreads throughout the land, the actions of a queen imprisoned in a tower threaten to cost them everything. Book 1536 tickets at the Ambassadors Theatre!

Why book 1536 tickets?

Following a sold-out, critically acclaimed run at the Almeida Theatre, Ava Pickett's razor-sharp, darkly comic debut transfers to the West End. Winner of the 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and Best Writer at the 2025 Stage Debut Awards, 1536 is "effortlessly funny, bold and ballsy" (Guardian).

Liv Hill (Three Girls), Siena Kelly (Adult Material) and Tanya Reynolds (Sex Education) reprise their acclaimed performances as Jane, Anna and Mariella. Margot Robbie's LuckyChap Productions are co-producing.

Is 1536 similar to other shows?

Fans of SIX the Musical may enjoy this alternative take on Tudor history that centres women's experiences rather than royal drama.

Know before you go

Visitor guidelines

Cast and creatives

Who is in the 1536 cast?

Liv Hill as Jane, Siena Kelly as Anna, Tanya Reynolds as Mariella. Additional casting to be announced.

Who created 1536?

Written by Ava Pickett, directed by Lyndsey Turner (Chimerica). Design by Max Jones, lighting by Jack Knowles, sound by Tingying Dong, movement/intimacy by Anna Morrissey, music by Will Stuart.

Cast and creatives

Who is in the 1536 cast?

Liv Hill as Jane, Siena Kelly as Anna, Tanya Reynolds as Mariella. Additional casting to be announced.

Who created 1536?

Written by Ava Pickett, directed by Lyndsey Turner (Chimerica). Design by Max Jones, lighting by Jack Knowles, sound by Tingying Dong, movement/intimacy by Anna Morrissey, music by Will Stuart.

Cast and creatives

Who is in the 1536 cast?

Liv Hill as Jane, Siena Kelly as Anna, Tanya Reynolds as Mariella. Additional casting to be announced.

Who created 1536?

Written by Ava Pickett, directed by Lyndsey Turner (Chimerica). Design by Max Jones, lighting by Jack Knowles, sound by Tingying Dong, movement/intimacy by Anna Morrissey, music by Will Stuart.

Awards

Frequently asked questions

When is 1536 at Ambassadors Theatre?

1536 runs from 2 May to 1 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre in the West End.

What age is 1536 suitable for?

Recommended for Key Stage 4 and above (ages 15+). Contains strong language, violence and explicit content.

Is 1536 connected to SIX?

No – while both explore Tudor history, 1536 is a straight play focusing on three ordinary women during Anne Boleyn's execution, not a musical about the queens themselves.

Who are the producers?

Almeida Theatre, Sonia Friedman Productions, Annapurna Theatre and LuckyChap (Margot Robbie's production company).

Frequently asked questions

When is 1536 at Ambassadors Theatre?

1536 runs from 2 May to 1 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre in the West End.

What age is 1536 suitable for?

Recommended for Key Stage 4 and above (ages 15+). Contains strong language, violence and explicit content.

Is 1536 connected to SIX?

No – while both explore Tudor history, 1536 is a straight play focusing on three ordinary women during Anne Boleyn's execution, not a musical about the queens themselves.

Who are the producers?

Almeida Theatre, Sonia Friedman Productions, Annapurna Theatre and LuckyChap (Margot Robbie's production company).

Frequently asked questions

When is 1536 at Ambassadors Theatre?

1536 runs from 2 May to 1 August 2026 at the Ambassadors Theatre in the West End.

What age is 1536 suitable for?

Recommended for Key Stage 4 and above (ages 15+). Contains strong language, violence and explicit content.

Is 1536 connected to SIX?

No – while both explore Tudor history, 1536 is a straight play focusing on three ordinary women during Anne Boleyn's execution, not a musical about the queens themselves.

Who are the producers?

Almeida Theatre, Sonia Friedman Productions, Annapurna Theatre and LuckyChap (Margot Robbie's production company).

In Ambassadors Theatre

Venue address

West Street, WC2H 9ND

Venue address

West Street, WC2H 9ND

Venue address

West Street, WC2H 9ND

How to get there

Metro

Leicester Square

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 40

Parking:

Newport Place, Soho, Chinatown (Q Park Scheme)

How to get there

Metro

Leicester Square

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 40

Parking:

Newport Place, Soho, Chinatown (Q Park Scheme)

How to get there

Metro

Leicester Square

Train

Charing Cross

Bus

14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 40

Parking:

Newport Place, Soho, Chinatown (Q Park Scheme)

Seating plan

Seating plan

Seating plan

Access

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:

Due to spatial restrictions, the theatre is only able to accommodate wheelchair transfers. Patrons need to be able to transfer to one of our seats which have armrests. The theatre staff will be available to provide assistance and will store the wheelchair in the foyer during the performance.

Are there adapted toilets?

There is no adapted toilet

ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

There is an infrared system working throughout the auditorium with both loop and conventional headsets. Headsets must be booked in advance and a deposit is required. Upon arrival, please speak to a member of staff to receive your headset.

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Guide dogs and hearing dogs are permitted in the auditorium and staff can dog sit by prior arrangement. Dogs will be looked after in the manager’s office.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Access

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:

Are there adapted toilets?

There is no adapted toilet

ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Guide dogs and hearing dogs are permitted in the auditorium and staff can dog sit by prior arrangement. Dogs will be looked after in the manager’s office.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

Access

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:

Are there adapted toilets?

There is no adapted toilet

ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:Are there facilities for the hard-of-hearing?

Are guide dogs and/or hearing dogs permitted?

Guide dogs and hearing dogs are permitted in the auditorium and staff can dog sit by prior arrangement. Dogs will be looked after in the manager’s office.

Please contact the theatre directly for further information.

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