
Shakespeare's Henry V, Henry VI and Richard III became modern-day political leaders, all their fates unfolding in this single, radical adaptation. Pulling us behind the scenes into abyrinthine war rooms, this explosive play strikes a chord with global events we see on the news everyday.
Ages 12+
Performed in Dutch with English surtitles
Reviews are from the Amsterdam Stadsschowburg
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“A whole new procession of living, breathing monarchs in a vision that's light years away from bad heritage Shakespeare. ”

“Stark pageant of deaths and coronations... Textured and full of life... Live action and video are intercut to superb effect. ”

“A smart, compelling collision of conceptual intelligence and Shakespearean realpolitik. ”

“Intelligent, epic... Van Hove’s take on Richard III feels genuinely audacious thanks to Kesting’s juggernaut of a performance. ”

“Henry VI is a triumph of editing.. plots a lean, clear path through the knotty tangle... Smits.. memorably weak and indecisive. ”

“Brutally brilliant compression of Shakespeare... Presents us with a chilly, hi-tech theatre of war. ”

“Absolute take-you-by-the-withered-arm clarity... A wonderful study of power ... A fluorescently lit scything of the plays. ”

“The most satisfying section is Richard III... an astonishing central performance by Kesting... a quietly psychotic killer. ”