The greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to life in Robert Bolt’s award-winning play, directed by Jonathan Church.

Following record-breaking ticket sales across the country and a hugely acclaimed national tour earlier this year, the show will be at Brighton and York before transferring to the West End.

A spokesperson at the Grand Opera House says: “We’re delighted this production is showing at the Grand Opera House and thrilled the show has chosen York as the only venue in the north of England for the tour before heading to the West End”.

Martin Shaw stars as Sir Thomas More – scholar, ambassador, Lord Chancellor and friend to King Henry VIII. Above all, he is a man of integrity, loved by the common people and his own family. When Henry demands a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, clearing the way for him to marry Anne Boleyn, the staunchly Catholic Thomas is forced to choose between his loyalty and his own conscience, committing an incredible act of defiance for which he eventually pays the ultimate price…

Martin Shaw is known to millions for his television roles in Judge John Deed, Inspector George Gently and The Professionals. His recent West End stage appearances include Hobson’s Choice, The Best Man and Twelve Angry Men.

The cast includes Gary Wilmot, Edward Bennett, Nicholas Day, Calum Finlay, Orlando James, Hari Kang, Asif Khan, Annie Kingsnorth, Sam Parks, Sam Phillips and Louisa Sexton

Tue – Sat at 19:30,Wed, Thu and Sat at 14:30

Tickets on sale now  via atgtickets.com/york