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Henry VI Part 3 (2008, Royal Shakespeare Company)

TitleHenry VI Part 3
Year2008
Theater CompanyRoyal Shakespeare Company
Theaters
Release LocationsUK
Start Date2008-04-03
End Date2008-05-23
Play ConnectionsHenry VI, Part 3 (performance)

Description

Civil strife, bloody battles and power struggles provide the backdrop for Shakespeare's compelling depiction of a divided nation and a king in turmoil. Henry VI Part III - The Chaos Henry VI concedes the House of York shall inherit the crown after his death, angering his wife who fights for the House of Lancaster. Fathers kill sons, sons kill fathers. The House of York prevails and Edward IV is crowned, unaware that his brother Richard, Duke of Gloucester, is plotting his downfall.

Royal Shakespeare Company — Added 2008-11-14

Company Overview

Theater Company Royal Shakespeare Company

Production information courtesy of: Performance Chronicle Gatekeeper [website]