Between history and legend there lies an alluring and soulful account of Henry II, the first Plantagenet King, and his role in one of the most enduring empires since Charlemagne. In this bold new production, the words of writer James Goldman (1927-1998: Oscar recipient for the screenplay adaptation of The Lion in Winter; Olivier award and London/NY Critic's Circle awards for Follies) bring the passionate and human comic/tragic elements of history to life during this Christmas Court family reunion of 1188 A.D. Mark Travis directs.