Basalt Students Bring Tudor History to Life with 'Six: The Musical'

High-energy pop concert production puts a modern spin on the stories of Henry VIII's six wives.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:33am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring stark black silhouettes of six figures against a bold red and white background, conceptually representing the six wives of Henry VIII.The Basalt Spring Musical's modern pop concert production of 'Six' brings the stories of Henry VIII's wives to vibrant, contemporary life.Basalt Today

The Basalt Spring Musical team is bringing Tudor history to the stage with their production of 'Six: The Musical Teen Edition.' This 75-minute high-energy pop concert performance will take the audience through the stories of Henry VIII's six wives, putting a modern, musical twist on the classic history.

Why it matters

The student-led production of 'Six' showcases the creative talents of Basalt's young performers, who are breathing new life into historical figures and events through a contemporary pop music lens. The show's popularity among teens reflects a growing interest in reimagining the past through a more diverse, inclusive lens.

The details

The Basalt Spring Musical's production of 'Six: The Musical Teen Edition' will feature performances at 7 p.m. on April 17, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on April 18, and 2 p.m. on April 19 at the Basalt Middle School Auditorium. The 75-minute show puts a high-energy, pop concert spin on the stories of Henry VIII's six wives.

  • Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on April 17, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on April 18, and 2 p.m. on April 19.
  • The Basalt Spring Musical production of 'Six: The Musical Teen Edition' opens on April 17, 2026.

The players

Basalt Spring Musical team

The student-led production team behind the Basalt Spring Musical's presentation of 'Six: The Musical Teen Edition.'

Henry VIII

The infamous Tudor king whose six wives are the focus of the 'Six' musical production.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to bring the stories of Henry VIII's wives to life in a fresh, modern way that will really connect with our audience.”

— Lily Hernandez, Director, Basalt Spring Musical

What’s next

Tickets for the Basalt Spring Musical's production of 'Six: The Musical Teen Edition' are on sale now through the school's box office.

The takeaway

The Basalt Spring Musical's production of 'Six' demonstrates how student performers can breathe new life into historical narratives by reimagining them through a contemporary pop culture lens, sparking fresh interest in the past.