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Backstairs

Costumed performances for all ages

The air is fizzing with excitement as the Palace is made ready for Queen Anne's arrival. Putting the finishing touches to the preparations, the Queen's personal staff are checking up on the palace team's progress to make sure everything is under control, and nothing is out of place, not even a plate!

Looking forward to a well-earned rest at one of her favourite palaces, the Queen will be expecting the height of luxury, and a relaxing holiday free of palace scandals.

Will the teams working behind the scenes manage to pull together to deliver the most successful royal visit yet?

See individual performance timings below.

When

03 May - 18 July 2025 (excluding 12 & 13 July)

11:30 - 15:45

Ticketing Information

Each performance will last 15 minutes.


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Performances

The arrival

11:30 & 14:30

King's Guard Chamber in William III's Apartments

Join in the hustle and bustle, as the palace staff prepare for Queen Anne's imminent arrival.

A night-time visitor

12:00 & 15:00

Queen's Guard Chamber in the Queen's State Apartments

The Page of the Backstairs knows a secret, that puts the future of the country in his hands. What should be done?

The missing plate

12:30 & 15:30

Queen's Drawing Room in the Queen's State Apartments

Suspicions run high and threats are made when one of Queen Anne's favourite plates is found missing. Who is to blame, and will they get away with it?

A large room with wood panelled walls. Historic arms and weapons decorate the walls in large symmetrical displays.

Image: King's Guard Chamber © Historic Royal Palaces

Important information

Content warning: some scenes contain ableist language and references to alcohol, ill health and child loss.

Credits

Producer
Debbie Hicks
www.debbiehicks.co.uk

Artistic Director
Nick Delvalle

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