It’s easy to find six reasons why the musical “SIX,” which opens April 1 and runs through April 6 at Fresno’s Saroyan Theatre, is the biggest local theater event of the year. Quick countdown:
6. Catherine of Aragon.
5. Anne Boleyn.
4. Jane Seymour.
3. Anna of Cleves.
2. Katherine Howard.
1. Catherine Parr.
Henry VIII’s six wives take center stage at Broadway’s hit musical — so much so that the all-powerful monarch doesn’t even get a cameo. By transforming history’s most famous Tudor wives into pop stars, the night becomes a rousing anthem to women’s empowerment.
“SIX” is still packing crowds in on Broadway, which is a seventh (and bonus) reason why It’s Fresno’s big theater event of the year.
To celebrate, we’re giving away two pairs of tickets to lucky members of The Munro Review.
The tickets are for the Thursday, April 3 performance.
(A special thanks to Broadway in Fresno for making these giveaways possible.)
Tax-deductible memberships start at $5 a month, and you can make a one-time donation of as little as $3. (Paid memberships help keep the site running. Please consider a paid membership in support of independent, local arts journalism.) A free membership option is available.
For details on how to join, go to the Membership and Sponsorship page. No purchase, donation or membership is necessary to enter the ticket giveaway.
To enter this giveaway, leave a reply on this post (see the comments field below) answering this question: Which of Henry’s six wives is your favorite and why? (Or, if you prefer, you can just say why you want to see the show.) Deadline to enter is 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 26. The winner will be picked at random and notified by email.

Denise Rush • Mar 26, 2025 at 7:14 pm
My favorite queen is Ann Boleyn! She was young, beautiful, fierce and worked hard to get what she wanted! My favorite song is Heart of Stone (sung by Jane Seymour) and I would love to see it live! I’m in socal but planning to make the trip for SIX!
Robert Boro • Mar 25, 2025 at 9:19 am
Anne Boleyn (2nd wife) was my favorite. She was born and bread for aristocracy, educated in France and the Netherlands, sequestered and unsuspecting until brought to the court as a lady in waiting. When the King annulled his first marriage to we’d Anne, she was treated horribly by the system and the king. I have great empathy for her strength and her sad demise. She was also a catalyst for the reformation!
Josiah Poynter • Mar 24, 2025 at 4:26 pm
Anne Boleyn was absolutely unhinged (in the best way), and here are six reasons why her lore is the wildest of all Henry VIII’s wives:
She Finessed an Entire Kingdom for a Crown – Most women Henry slept with just got jewels and castles, but Anne held out for a whole-ass throne. She made Henry rewrite the country’s religious laws, ditch the Pope, and launch the English Reformation just to marry her.
People Thought She Was a Witch – Rumors flew that she had a sixth finger, a “devil’s mark” on her body, and that she bewitched Henry into loving her. Some even whispered that Elizabeth I (her daughter) was actually the Antichrist because of Anne’s supposed sorcery.
She Was the Medieval Regina George – Anne was smart, stylish, and influenced an entire court’s fashion. Ladies copied her French gowns and flirtatious manner, while noblemen fawned over her—until they were accused of being her lovers and executed.
She Might Have Trolled Henry Even After Death – Some say her ghost haunts the Tower of London, Hever Castle, and Blickling Hall, sometimes carrying her severed head. A real-life Bloody Mary legend.
Her Execution Was a Theatrical Spectacle – She kept her composure like a boss, gave an elegant speech, and even paid the executioner. Henry went so extra with her beheading that he hired a French swordsman instead of the usual English axe (as if that made it classier).
Her “Curse” Seemingly Ruined Henry’s Life – After she died, Henry never had another successful marriage. Jane Seymour died, Anne of Cleves ghosted him, Catherine Howard got executed, and he ended up obese, paranoid, and covered in sores. Some say Anne’s downfall cursed his entire reign.
Max Sellick • Mar 24, 2025 at 10:59 am
My favorite wife of King Henry was Natalie Portman, she’s just a great actor so I got to give it up to her. Scarlett Johanson was okay too.
Josh Ryan • Mar 24, 2025 at 10:47 am
Anne Boleyn because she’s a strong-willed and intelligent woman who refuses to be intimidated by Henry’s power, and her determination to reform the English church and secure her daughter Elizabeth’s future is truly admirable.
Gabriel Villegas • Mar 24, 2025 at 10:19 am
Catherine Parr because she left a legacy apart from being married to Henry and that is what she wanted to be remembered for.
Bell Montes • Mar 22, 2025 at 9:11 pm
Anne Boleyn! By far the best song in the musical! I listen to it non stop!
Tori Dermer • Mar 22, 2025 at 6:47 pm
This production looks stunning!! The costuming, lighting, etc. all look so cool and I’d love to get to experience this show and take my twin with me to make a great memory <3 Ty for the giveaway and I hope I can win! 🙂
Joanna McCloskey-Dalldorf • Mar 22, 2025 at 12:25 pm
Anne Boleyn of course. Of all the wives she certainly seemed to have the most dramatic rise and fall. You have to appreciate a woman who really knows how to bring the mayhem.
David Gearhart • Mar 22, 2025 at 9:43 am
Broadway in Fresno; what could be better ? Well, I visited one of Ann of Cleves houses in England.
Chasity Ferriera • Mar 22, 2025 at 12:50 am
I’ve been wanting to see this for years and I am so glad it’s here in Fresno! Thank you for the opportunity to win tickets!
Sheila Perkins • Mar 21, 2025 at 7:42 pm
I love musicals and would love to see Six!
Ann-Marie Kraft • Mar 21, 2025 at 6:15 pm
I don’t have a favorite wife but my favorite thing to do is watch Broadway musicals! I would LOVE to see this show.
SUSAN MARIE MC ANDREW • Mar 21, 2025 at 5:43 pm
I’d really enjoy seeing Six.
Thanks
Jessica Cargin • Mar 21, 2025 at 5:42 pm
Kathrine Howard is my favorite especially in Six! All you wanna do is one of my favorite songs and I just love how the song shows Kathrine’s depth as a person!
Haley • Mar 21, 2025 at 4:17 pm
Anne of Cleaves is awesome. But I find all the rest of them interesting too. Especially Anne Boleyn. I guess I’m into Anne’s.
Amanda Mandas • Mar 21, 2025 at 1:44 pm
I am a huge fan and would love to see it!!
Laura • Mar 21, 2025 at 11:15 am
Looks great, I would love to see Six!
Emily Shepard • Mar 21, 2025 at 11:15 am
Catherine of Aragon is my favvv
Ben boone • Mar 21, 2025 at 10:01 am
As a huge dan of musicals I’d love to experience this empowering show! And of course Jane Seymour is the coolest of the cool
Erin Connor • Mar 21, 2025 at 7:30 am
Anne Boleyn – she was such a bold and intelligent woman even outside her relationship with Henry VIII. Her short life was fascinating.
Shannon Avila • Mar 21, 2025 at 6:43 am
I would love to win these tickets for a dear friend who’s a huge fan!
Vania Ryan • Mar 21, 2025 at 6:34 am
I’ve always wanted to see this show, can’t wait for it!
Amanda Mandas • Mar 21, 2025 at 6:14 am
Jane Seymour. Would love to see the show!!!
Erick Rozigas • Mar 21, 2025 at 5:47 am
I am a huge fan of Musicals and would love to see six!
Rosie Rodriguez • Mar 21, 2025 at 6:55 am
Yes Pick Erick!!!!
Kristy Page • Mar 21, 2025 at 5:36 am
This show is amazing and I’d love to see it!
Kimberly Hauxhurst • Mar 21, 2025 at 1:55 am
Anna of Cleves! She outlived that old king and lived well on her OWN. You go Girl!
Steph • Mar 20, 2025 at 10:47 pm
Jane Seymour. Not only did she give birth to Henry’s heir, but she actually made it to not get beheaded by Henry.
Plus her modern namesake is never-ending gorgeous.
Anjali Kapoor-Davis • Mar 21, 2025 at 12:00 am
Picking one is difficult, they are unique and fascinating women. Anne Boleyn is a complex character and my favorite because she knew what she wanted and went after it. She didn’t want to be just another mistress. Thank you for the opportunity to see the show!
Javier Cabrera • Mar 20, 2025 at 10:45 pm
As a huge broadway in Fresno fan, I would love to be picked to see SIX! A great night of empowered women, music, fun is just what we need nowadays. Thank you Donald for the chance.