The History Boys is a play by the British playwright Alan Bennett. The play premiered at the Royal National Theatre in London's West End on 18 May 2004. Its Broadway debut was on 23 April 2006 at the Broadhurst Theatre where 185 performances were staged before it closed on 1 October 2006. Best Play at the 60th Tony Awards, June 11, 2006 at Radio City Music Hall. Wiki link Wiki link