RSC Live: Henry V
Synopsis
Henry IV is dead and Hal is King. With England in a state of unrest, he must leave his rebellious youth behind, striving to gain the respect of his nobility and people. Laying claim to parts of France and following an insult from the French Dauphin, Henry gathers his troops and prepares for a war that he hopes will unite his country. Gregory Doran continues his exploration of Shakespeare's History Plays with Henry V performed in the 600th anniversary year of the Battle of Agincourt. Following his performance as Hal in Henry IV Parts I & II Alex Hassell returns as Henry V.
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Alex Hassell
Henry V
Jennifer Kirby
Katherine
Daniel Abbott
Duke of Gloucester / Monsieur le Fer
Robert Gilbert
Dauphin
Sean Chapman
Duke of Exeter
Nicholas Gerard-Martin
Bishop of Ely / Duke of Orleans
Antony Byrne
Pistol
Jim Hooper
Archbishop of Canterbury / Erpingham
Martin Bassindale
Boy
Oliver Ford Davies
Chorus
Jane Lapotaire
Queen Isobel
Sam Marks
Constable of France
Dale Mathurin
Duke of Bedford / Bates
Chris Middleton
Earl of Warwick / Nym / Governer of Harfleur
Evelyn Miller
Rambures / Lady-in-Waiting
Keith Osborn
Lord Scroop / Montjoy
Sarah Parks
Mistress Quickly
Leigh Quinn
Alice
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory Doran
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Score
- Paul Englishby
- Original Title
- RSC Live: Henry V
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 42m
- Production Studios
- Royal Shakespeare Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory Doran
William Shakespeare
Paul Englishby
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Brimson Lewis
Production Design
Gregory Doran
Director
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What is RSC Live: Henry V about?
Henry IV is dead and Hal is King. With England in a state of unrest, he must leave his rebellious youth behind, striving to gain the respect of his nobility and people. Laying claim to parts of France and following an insult from the French Dauphin, Henry gathers his troops and prepares for a war that he hopes will unite his country. Gregory Doran continues his exploration of Shakespeare's History Plays with Henry V performed in the 600th anniversary year of the Battle of Agincourt. Following his performance as Hal in Henry IV Parts I & II Alex Hassell returns as Henry V.
Who directed RSC Live: Henry V?
RSC Live: Henry V was directed by Gregory Doran.
Who stars in RSC Live: Henry V?
The principal cast of RSC Live: Henry V includes Alex Hassell, Jennifer Kirby, Daniel Abbott, Robert Gilbert, Sean Chapman.
When was RSC Live: Henry V released and how long is it?
RSC Live: Henry V was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 2h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for RSC Live: Henry V?
The original motion picture soundtrack for RSC Live: Henry V was composed by Paul Englishby.