On 19th and 20th November, Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls delivered an unforgettable performance of SIX: Teen Edition, a bold reimagining of the lives of Henry VIII’s six wives. This dynamic production transformed history into a vibrant pop concert, celebrating individuality, resilience, and empowerment.

Each queen stepped into the spotlight to share her story with humour, heart, and high-energy music. The talented cast included:

Queens

• Aragon: Zion & Tolu
• Boleyn: Rania
• Seymour: Minou 
• Cleves: Emi
• Howard: Desney & Jayda
• Parr: Millena

Ensemble
Elizabeth, Rahma, Kezia, Alliyah, Haliyat, Rachel, Molly, Lara, Osaseme, Charlotte, Azeemah and Mia.

Lighting Team
Sofia, Daria, Joanna, Devanshi and Holly.

Makeup Team
Era, Rim and Susana.

This production was a true community effort. The Performing Arts Department extended special thanks to Ms Williams, Ms Highfield, Ms Sehested, the Premises Team, Finance Team, IT Team, Admin Team, Mr Newton, Miss Fitzgerald, Ms Bailey Hogg and her costume design students, Ms Charles, the D&T and Art Photography Department, David Fitch Lighting, Vicki Brooks, Keisha, and the SIX marketing and front-of-house team, Ms Alamu and Ms Seale.

A huge thank you and congratulations to everyone involved in making this production such a success. You delivered an unforgettable experience that will stay with our pupils for years to come. Well done!

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all parents who supported their children and the arts, and to every member of staff who gave up their time to assist on performance nights.

Headteacher Ms L. Williams reflected on the success of the show:
‘This production was nothing short of extraordinary. Watching our students take ownership of such a powerful story and deliver it with confidence, creativity, and passion was truly inspiring. SIX: Teen Edition showcased not only their talent but also the strength of collaboration across our school community. I am so proud of every student and staff member who made this possible.’

Special thanks also go to Miss N Weston, Producer and Director, whose vision and leadership brought the production together with such impact. Reflecting on the experience, she shared:

'From start to finish, this production has been nothing short of Ex-Wives-ordinary. From the first goosebumps in rehearsals to my tears on closing night - what a ride. To my Woolwich Poly Girls cast and crew: Haus of Holbein-level praise to you all. Thank you for taking every note, hitting every count, trusting every lift, and still finding the time to absolutely send me with the comedy. You worked harder than a Tudor wife on a deadline and there’s No Way this show would have landed without your commitment, sharp timing, killer dance moves and fearless performances. You truly Get Down - and then got down again… with cleaner spacing. To our costume and makeup departments - thank you for the sparkle, the stilettos, the hair, the heels and the miracles. Those looks didn’t just serve, they ruled. And to our unsung heroes: marketing for filling the seats, sound for the notes we actually heard, lighting for the moments that gave us goosebumps, backstage for the calm in the chaos, and everyone behind the scenes making magic happen without ever stepping into the spotlight - we see you, and we’re obsessed. What I’m most proud of is how every department worked together to create something bigger than a show. This production brought a real sense of community - in the rehearsal room, behind the scenes, and out into Woolwich Poly Girls and beyond. It reminded us just how powerful theatre can be when everyone pulls together. And to our two sold-out audiences — thank you for bringing the energy, the love, the laughter and the screams. Your support made us feel like All You Wanna Do… is clap, cheer and scream along, and we felt every bit of it. I’m ridiculously proud of what we captured together — the power, the humour, the heart… and yes, the hair flicks. On to the next one. Until then - Don’t lose ur head.'

Special Performances for Primary Schools
In addition to the main shows, we were thrilled to host three special performances for Year 6 students from Discovery, Hawksmoor, and Windrush Primary Schools, who were absolutely captivated by the production.

Ms J Osman, Assistant Headteacher at Discovery Primary, shared:
‘First and foremost, I would like to express our gratitude at inviting Discovery along to see a spectacular performance of 'Six' yesterday. The Year 6 staff and children had a fabulous time – we were literally dancing in our seats with huge smiles on our faces throughout the entire production. The talent and skill on display from the Poly girls was jaw-dropping and the quality of the performance was a testament to their hard work and commitment but also to the passion and dedication of the staff. It was wonderful to behold, and I have no doubt that our Year 6 children came away feeling really inspired by what they saw.’

Mr J Thompson, Headteacher of Hawksmoor Primary, added:
‘What an incredible experience! Our Year 6 pupils had the privilege of watching the production of Six at Woolwich Poly, and it was nothing short of spectacular. From start to finish, the energy, talent, and professionalism on stage completely captivated both the children and the adults in attendance. The acting was phenomenal - every performer brought their character to life with such passion and precision that it truly blew everyone away. The music, choreography, and storytelling combined to create a performance that was engaging, educational, and thoroughly entertaining.’