Bold characterisation, black comedy, rhetorical power and, in the personality of Henry VI, touching pathos combine in Shakespeare’s powerful rendering of a country racked by civil war. Director Nick Bagnall lends his mastery in bringing this theatrical classic to life.

Location: Shakespeare’s Globe, UK
Year Performed: 2013
Show Runtime: 147 mins
Language: English

Cast: Graham Butler, Garry Cooper, Mary Doherty, Mike Grady, Simon Harrison, David Hartley, Nigel Hastings, Joe Jameson, Brendan O’Hea, Gareth Pierce