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Eight Days is a theatre performance at The Cockpit in London on 9 September 2026 at 18:00. The show explores the events surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots' imprisonment in 1587, with music by Louis Mander and words by Louisa Petaï.
Music: Louis ManderWords: Louisa Petaï 1st February 1587. Mary, Queen of Scots, after twenty years of captivity, still remains imprisoned in Fotheringhay castle. Unbeknownst to her, Queen Elizabeth I - her own cousin - has signed her death warrant. She has only eight days left to live. Haunted by her past and still protesting her innocence, in these final eight days Mary is confronted by the consequences of her decisions, grappling with her inner demons whilst remaining devoted to her faith.
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Eight Days takes place on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 19:00.
Eight Days is held at The Cockpit in London (Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH).
Tickets for Eight Days range from £7.50 to £27.50. Live prices and availability are shown on thecockpit.org.uk.
Tickets for Eight Days can be booked via thecockpit.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Eight Days is a theatre performance at The Cockpit in London on 9 September 2026 at 18:00. The show explores the events surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots' imprisonment in 1587, with music by Louis Mander and words by Louisa Petaï.
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Music: Louis ManderWords: Louisa Petaï 1st February 1587. Mary, Queen of Scots, after twenty years of captivity, still remains imprisoned in Fotheringhay castle. Unbeknownst to her, Queen Elizabeth I - her own cousin - has signed her death warrant. She has only eight days left to live. Haunted by her past and still protesting her innocence, in these final eight days Mary is confronted by the consequences of her decisions, grappling with her inner demons whilst remaining devoted to her faith.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Eight Days?
Eight Days takes place on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Eight Days taking place?
Eight Days is held at The Cockpit in London (Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH).
How much are tickets for Eight Days?
Tickets for Eight Days range from £7.50 to £27.50. Live prices and availability are shown on thecockpit.org.uk.
How do I get tickets for Eight Days?
Tickets for Eight Days can be booked via thecockpit.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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