The Leeds Waits at Oakwell Hall: The Private Life of Henry VII
Oakwell Hall, Batley, WF17 9LG
Wednesday 29th April 2026
🎶 The Leeds Waits Return! 🎶
The Private Life of Henry VII
📅 Wednesday 29th April
🕚 11:00am⏳
Duration: approx. 90 minutes
Step into a royal world of wit, intrigue, and music as The Leeds Waits return to Oakwell Hall with The Private Life of Henry VII — a delightfully irreverent journey through the courts of Europe as a recently widowed king begins the hunt for a second wife. Is he seeking comfort? A “spare to the heir”? Or simply a well‑timed boost to the royal coffers? (Spoiler: probably all three.)
Expect a painless history lesson — mostly accurate, gloriously cheeky, and leaving no scandal unexplored — woven together with live period music that brings every twist of the tale to life.
🎻 Music of the era
👑 Stories of royal schemes and matrimonial mischief
😂 Humour, history, and audience participation encouraged
Whether you're a history buff, a music lover, or simply in the mood for something delightfully different, this performance promises entertainment fit for a king.
Join us for a morning of merriment, melody, and monarchy!
The Private Life of Henry VII
📅 Wednesday 29th April
🕚 11:00am⏳
Duration: approx. 90 minutes
Step into a royal world of wit, intrigue, and music as The Leeds Waits return to Oakwell Hall with The Private Life of Henry VII — a delightfully irreverent journey through the courts of Europe as a recently widowed king begins the hunt for a second wife. Is he seeking comfort? A “spare to the heir”? Or simply a well‑timed boost to the royal coffers? (Spoiler: probably all three.)
Expect a painless history lesson — mostly accurate, gloriously cheeky, and leaving no scandal unexplored — woven together with live period music that brings every twist of the tale to life.
🎻 Music of the era
👑 Stories of royal schemes and matrimonial mischief
😂 Humour, history, and audience participation encouraged
Whether you're a history buff, a music lover, or simply in the mood for something delightfully different, this performance promises entertainment fit for a king.
Join us for a morning of merriment, melody, and monarchy!
