Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre-Media Centre
“A very smart piece of writing” – Chicago Tribune 

With sharp dialogue and compelling characters, this historical fight for power explores humanity through a contemporary lens. A funny and powerful dissection of patriarchy, sexual politics and women’s rights.

Katherine Parr, a sharp and determined woman, agrees to marry King Henry VIII on her own terms. As she asserts her agency and fights for equal rights for Henry’s daughters, the volatile King struggles for control and authority. With a modern voice and fresh perspective, Kate Hennig reimagines the intricate lives of these iconic historical figures. 

Running time: 
Approx. 2 hours (incl. intermission)


Opening Night sponsor:



 


Cast & Crew

Production
Kate Hennig photo
Kate Hennig

Kate Hennig
Kate Hennig photo

Kate Hennig

Cherissa Richards photo
Cherissa Richards

Cherissa Richards
Cherissa Richards photo

Cherissa Richards

Brian Perchaluk photo
Brian Perchaluk

Brian Perchaluk
Brian Perchaluk photo

Brian Perchaluk

Joseph Abetria photo
Joseph Abetria

Joseph Abetria
Joseph Abetria photo

Joseph Abetria

Hugh Conacher photo
Hugh Conacher

Hugh Conacher
Hugh Conacher photo

Hugh Conacher

Torquil Campbell photo
Torquil Campbell

Torquil Campbell
Torquil Campbell photo

Torquil Campbell

Aria Evans photo
Aria Evans

Aria Evans
Aria Evans photo

Aria Evans

Jacquie Loewen  photo
Jacquie Loewen

Jacquie Loewen
Jacquie Loewen  photo

Jacquie Loewen

Raphael Estillore photo
Raphael Estillore

Raphael Estillore
Raphael Estillore photo

Raphael Estillore

Montana Lehmann photo
Montana Lehmann

Montana Lehmann
Montana Lehmann photo

Montana Lehmann

Beth Toderash photo
Beth Toderash

Beth Toderash
Beth Toderash photo

Beth Toderash

Alissa Watson photo
Alissa Watson

Alissa Watson
Alissa Watson photo

Alissa Watson

Jazz Marcelino photo
Jazz Marcelino

Jazz Marcelino
Jazz Marcelino photo

Jazz Marcelino

Katie Hoppa photo
Katie Hoppa

Katie Hoppa
Katie Hoppa photo

Katie Hoppa

Cast
Sébastien Heins photo
Sébastien Heins

Sébastien Heins
Sébastien Heins photo

Sébastien Heins

Julie Lumsden photo
Julie Lumsden

Julie Lumsden
Julie Lumsden photo

Julie Lumsden

Amelia Sargisson photo
Amelia Sargisson

Amelia Sargisson
Amelia Sargisson photo

Amelia Sargisson

Katie Welham photo
Katie Welham

Katie Welham
Katie Welham photo

Katie Welham

Cory Wojcik photo
Cory Wojcik

Cory Wojcik
Cory Wojcik photo

Cory Wojcik

Loading ticket information
Production ID: 35855
Start Date: 3/25/2026 10:09:00 AM
End Date: 4/18/2026 10:09:15 AM
Title: The Last Wife
Playwright: By Kate Hennig
Billing: Directed by Cherissa Richards
Warnings:
Synopsis: “A very smart piece of writing” – Chicago Tribune 

With sharp dialogue and compelling characters, this historical fight for power explores humanity through a contemporary lens. A funny and powerful dissection of patriarchy, sexual politics and women’s rights.

Katherine Parr, a sharp and determined woman, agrees to marry King Henry VIII on her own terms. As she asserts her agency and fights for equal rights for Henry’s daughters, the volatile King struggles for control and authority. With a modern voice and fresh perspective, Kate Hennig reimagines the intricate lives of these iconic historical figures. 
Facility: John Hirsch Mainstage
Alternate URL: https://royalmtc.ca/Current-Plays/The-Last-Wife.aspx
Play Image:
Word Mark: b877cc99-0947-41f2-8b70-60ded968444d
Rotator Image: 90d147e0-bbbc-4c7c-93ef-20dd04ab1a8a
Display Rotator From: 3/2/2026 9:00:00 AM
Display Rotator To: 4/18/2026 11:59:00 PM
 

Stay in the loop!

JOIN OUR MAILING LIST
Sign up now!