The wayward former Prince Hal has taken up the throne of England and has his sights set on France in this fourth episode in the Bard’s series of medieval history plays.
One of his most famous, it includes the immortal lines ‘Once more unto the breach’ and coined the phrase ‘band of brothers’ – as uttered in the rousing St Crispin’s Day Speech before Henry leads his troops into battle.
This home-grown production comes from the revered Marlowe Society, one of Cambridge University’s oldest institutions which has previously turned out talents such as Sir Ian McKellen. Their gritty, earthy take comes just in time for the 600th anniversary of Agincourt, which famously ended the 100 years war.
Runs 4-7 February, 7.45pm (2.30pm Thurs and Sat matinee). Tickets are £15- £20 (£12.50 students).
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