Welcome to ‘The next SIX!’. We couldn’t be more excited to be welcoming this Edinburgh Fringe hit, sell-out sensation, to Hever Castle. The perfect historic setting, we are the only dates the show is playing in the South of England. So book soon, it’s sure to be a festival sell-out here too.
You think you know the story of Mary, Queen of Scots? Think again… The year is 1561. The Scottish Reformation has enforced an outright ban on rock & roll. Cue the arrival of Mary Stuart, one of the world’s biggest and most iconic musical artists, who happens to be the undisputed Queen of Rock! With the Scottish nobles and her cousin in England against her, can Mary get the country rocking? Or will heads roll?
Mary, Queen of Rock! is a highly original take on a classic Scottish story, with new music, a live band, tragedy, comedy and characters you will love. It will be an incredible night of entertainment.
This is an original new musical which features several different genres of music, though is essentially a rock opera with a variety of different styles of rock and roll. Inspired by the music of Stevie Nicks, Avril Lavigne, ACDC, The Rolling Stones and more. This show is upbeat, loud and in your face.
Why is it that when a powerful woman is at the top of her game, society does everything it can to tear her down? This is true in the story of Mary, Queen of Scots and it’s true in popular culture today as this classic story is re-examined for a modern audience. The story of Mary Queen of Scots resonates globally and there is still so much intrigue surrounding this woman on an international scale.
“A stroke of genius…” ***** The Wee Review:
“A faultless and energetic cast…” “A guaranteed good evening out…” **** Musical Theatre Review
“An incredibly unique, funny and energetic retelling.” **** Theatre Weekly
“The easiest 5 stars I think I’ve ever given.” ***** Stage to Page
“Smart, heartfelt, loud, and maybe most importantly, just plain fun. Celebrates loud women and humanises one of Scotland’s most famous monarchs.” ***** All Edinburgh Theatre
“A future blockbuster is in play with this look back at Scotland’s past through the lens of rock.” **** The List
Ticket Prices
Allocated Covered Seating
Allocated Covered Seating Child (under 17)
£39.75
£29.75
*Festival Friends & Hever Castle, Hever Golf and Wellbeing Club Members
Allocated Covered Seating
Allocated Covered Seating Child (under 17)
£36.25
£26.75
*Groups, over 10 tickets
Allocated Covered Seating
Allocated Covered Seating Child (under 17)
£36.25
£26.75
All day entry into Hever Castle Gardens on the day of your theatre visit
Adult (In addition to your theatre ticket price)
Child (In addition to your theatre ticket price)
£18.95
£13.00
Pre Theatre Suppers
Per Person
Per Person Festival Friends (and the rest of your party if you book their meals)
£62.50
£56.25
Venue & Catering
The Two Sisters’ Theatre
Located on the tranquil Two Sister’s Lawn, our theatre has one continuous roof, every auditorium seat is undercover and allocated. The roof section over the auditorium is transparent so you will be able to enjoy the stars above, as you watch The Stars on stage! The theatre walls will be open and, for selected events, the lawns either side become part of the auditorium. With lawn tickets you to choose where to sit when you arrive and can enjoy your picnic during the event. You will need to bring your own seats, beanbags or rugs etc for the lawns.
We can close our walls for events outside the summer months. The walls are clear, so you still feel you are in the beautiful garden just with protection from the weather.
You are welcome to stay in the gardens following afternoon performances until the Castle closes for the day.
Gates open at 6.30pm for evening performances and 1 hour before matinees. Please check our access page for further information.
The theatre bar will be open before the event and during the interval (when applicable) for hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream and freshly made savoury and sweet crepes.
Pre-Theatre Supers are available for selected performances in the Astor Wing Dining Room, inside Hever Castle.
The menu is available to view here.
Please note there are just 50 covers for dinner, we recommend you book early, alongside your theatre tickets to avoid disappointment. You can arrive at the Lakeview Car Park from 5.30pm to give you time to walk over to the castle via the theatre lawn. The route is available to view on our access page. It is possible for matinee audience members to book supper from 5.45pm, leaving the estate after supper, before the evening performance starts.