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Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians

Manchester Opera House, City Centre
13-15 February 2025
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Time
Session Features
13 Feb 2025
6:30 pm
14 Feb 2025
10:30 am
15 Feb 2025
6:30 pm

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From £15.00
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
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Ohh, yes! One of our favourite, gruesomely wonderful, live events is coming to Manchester in 2025 and this particular Horrible Histories production is all about the incredible world of the Ancient, Awful Egyptians. Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians is coming to Palace Theatre Manchester from 13-15 February. Get ready for a hilarious and educational adventure that makes history fun for the whole family – kids, parents, grandparents included!

With talented actors and jaw-dropping 3D special effects, as well as enough disgusting-ness to have you feeling sick for at least a week, Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians will take you on a mystical and yucky journey to Ancient Egypt where you’ll get a chance to go back to one of the darkest times in history and discover foul facts of death and decay. Meet the meanest mummies, explore the magical power of the pyramids and get ready to rumble with the mighty Ramses the Great! You’ll even get a chance to venture through the Gates of the Afterlife, where all sorts of surprises await. 

It’s packed with thrills, belly laughs, and a huge amount of the amazing ‘yuck’ factor, guaranteed to leave both kids and adults entertained. It’s a terrific tale of fearsome pharaohs and ancient legends, with all the disgusting details that make history way more fun. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just looking for a fun family trip, this event has it all.

Book your tickets now and prepare for a journey through the nastiest bits of history – live on stage…

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