SIX is a colourful, humorous and bold story about the power of women and their place in history, which won numerous accolades around the world, from the West End to Broadway! Based on the famous and enthralling story of the six wives of the King of England, Henry VIII, Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss pay tribute to all the women who have built up their position over the centuries, fighting exclusion, objectification and rejection. By adapting the musical for the Polish audiences, director Katarzyna Chlebny wants to draw attention to how unity and mutual support empower women.
“Divorced. Betrayed. Died. Divorced. Betrayed. Survived...” Six strong women, playing contemporary pop culture icons, showcase HIStories (or HERstories, as they would call them) from distant times, which somehow remain relevant to this day...
Inspired by some of pop music's greatest artists, including Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Avril Lavinge, Adele, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande, Britney Spears and Alicia Keys, the Queens of Stage take us on an enthralling journey filled with emotions, singing, dancing and explosion of colours throughout history. Like the greatest stars, they compete for their position and the title of the best performer, which will go to the one who suffers the most.
Through the strength of their characters, the power of empathy, awareness and experience, they show us a world in which we can build each other up with support and unity, despite past injustices. We have the power and we learn solidarity by walking together along the newly trodden path of our rights. Together, hand in hand. Sometimes with a smile on our faces, sometimes feeling the regret of the past, sometimes with a clenched fist, because there is still much to be done...
The contemporary Queens walk through the world with this message, giving strength and courage to all women, while... inviting the men to step into a new and better tomorrow - dancing together.
