The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power. In this talk historian Thomas Betteridge examines how drama was used as a tool for persuasion and diplomacy at the Tudor court. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories