'Six' becomes longest-running show at the Lena Horne Theatre
The two-time Tony Award-winning pop musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, about the wives of Henry VIII, has performed at the Broadway venue since 2020.
It's making her-story! Tonight, June 27, Six becomes the longest-running show to ever play at the Lena Horne Theatre with its 1,545th performance.
The record was previously held by Waitress, which played 1,544 performances at the venue between 2016 and 2020.
Built in 1926, the Lena Horne Theatre was previously known as the Mansfield Theatre (after actor Richard Mansfield) and Brooks Atkinson Theatre (after the New York Times dance critic). When it got its current name in 2022, it became the first Broadway theatre to be named for a Black woman.
Its current tenant similarly celebrates women's history. Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, Six reimagines the six wives of Henry VIII as a contemporary girl group competing to see whose marriage was the worst. By way of Tony Award-winning original pop songs, they tell their own stories — about their lives, not just their deaths — on their own terms.
Learn more about Six on Broadway.
New York Theatre Guide's critic called Six "pure musical theatre elation for a pop-packed 75 minutes," adding, "You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll dance. It's everything a theatre experience should be and more."
The current Six Broadway cast includes Najah Hetsberger as Catherine of Aragon, Gianna Yanelli as Anne Boleyn, Kelsie Watts as Jane Seymour, Krystal Hernandez as Anna of Cleves, Kay Sibal as Katherine Howard, and Taylor Marie Daniel as Catherine Parr.
Six tickets are currently available through January 2026. Get Six tickets now.
Photo credit: Six on Broadway. (Photo by Joan Marcus)
Frequently asked questions
What is Six about?
See the ex-wives of King Henry VIII as pop diva icons, retelling their stories of hardship with heart-thumping pop anthems to determine who their leader will be. From a small show written by college students, Six has become Broadway royalty with two Tony Awards and a worldwide fanbase. Try not to lose your head when you get tickets to this clever spin on history.
Where is Six playing?
Six is playing at Lena Horne Theatre. The theatre is located at 256 West 47th Street (between 8th Avenue and Broadway), New York, 10036.
How long is Six?
The running time of Six is 1hr 20min. No intermission.
What's the age requirement for Six?
The recommended age for Six is Ages 10+. Children under 4 are not permitted..
How do you book tickets for Six?
Book tickets for Six on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote the Six musical?
Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss wrote the book, music, and lyrics for Six. The two friends were in their final year at Cambridge University when they wrote the show, and they went on to earn the Tony Award for Best Original Score.
What songs are in Six?
Six includes nine total songs: three group numbers and a solo song for each character. The songs include "Ex-Wives," "Don't Lose Ur Head," "All You Wanna Do," and the title song. Learn more about all the songs in Six on Broadway.
Is Six appropriate for kids?
Six is recommended for ages 10 and older. The show contains some strong language and innuendos. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Who were the six wives of Henry VIII?
Henry VIII's six wives were, in order, Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr.
Where did the Six musical start?
The Six musical started out at Scotland's annual Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017. From there, the show toured the U.K. and played in London's West End, played a U.S. tour, and finally came to Broadway in 2020.
Who directed Six?
Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage co-direct Six on Broadway. Moss is also a co-writer of the musical and, at 26, became the youngest female Broadway director in history upon the show's New York premiere.
Is Six good?
The award-winning Six combines the fun of a pop concert and a Broadway show into one and is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. Our five-star review calls the show "pure musical theatre elation for a pop-packed 75 minutes... You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll dance. It's everything a theatre experience should be and more."
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