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Apollo Theatre
History's Hilarious Highlights: Horrible Histories' Barmy Britain Rocks London!
Overview
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain – Best Bits, delivers a side-splitting journey through British history. Apollo Theatre, located in the heart of London's West End, is known for hosting a variety of shows. The theatre has a capacity of around 775 seats, offering an intimate setting for enjoying live performances. London, a vibrant city steeped in history, provides the perfect backdrop for this comedic take on historical events. Expect outrageous sketches, catchy songs, and a whirlwind tour through the ages, bringing historical figures and events to life with humour. Reviews of past Horrible Histories productions often highlight their clever writing and energetic performances, appealing to both children and adults alike. Prepare for a barmy, brilliant, and utterly British experience! 
Highlights
Side-Splitting Historical Journey: Experience a hilarious journey through British history with outrageous sketches and catchy songs.
Energetic Performances: The cast delivers high-energy performances, bringing historical figures to life with humour.
Intimate Venue: The Apollo Theatre, with its 775 seats, provides an intimate setting for enjoying live performances.
Appeals to All Ages: The show's clever writing and blend of education and entertainment captivate both children and adults.
Sentiment Analysis
Overall sentiment is very positive, with audiences praising the show's humor, energy, and educational value. Some critique the show's historical liberties and juvenile humor, but the performance is generally well-received.
High-energy performances praised by audiences.
Clever and witty writing appeals to all ages.
Educational and entertaining blend captivates viewers.
Historical figures brought to life humorously.
Some find the humour too juvenile.
Historical accuracy is sometimes sacrificed for comedic effect.
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Apollo Theatre London GB
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Aug
24
Sunday
2:00 PM
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