Henry VIII show coming to historic Rugeley church

By Elaine Morgan
Contributor
Published 14th Sep 2026, 10:43 BST

A one-man performance will bring the infamous monarch to life at St Mary's Church

Rugeley & District Lions Club is inviting people to step back in time for an evening with Henry VIII.

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Rugeley and District Lions at our last event featuring Henry VIII. | ©Elaine Morgan

The historical one-man show, Divorced, Beheaded, Died, will be performed by Jack Abbot at St Mary's Church in Colton on Saturday, October 17.

Written by John White, the performance promises to bring the Tudor king to life through history, humour and royal intrigue.

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An Audience with Henry VIII played by Jack Abbot at St Mary's Church Colton | ©Elaine Morgan

The show starts at 7pm and tickets cost £15, including a buffet box supplied by Hello Flour.

Tickets are available from Peak Health Food in Rugeley.

All proceeds will support the charitable work of Rugeley & District Lions Club in the local community.

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