Henry IV, parts 1 & 2

Continuing with their English History Cycle, ShakespeareNYC presents the story of Henry Bolingbroke, Richard II’s usurper, who became Henry IV, his son, the wayward Prince Hal & Hal’s mentor, the immoral, immortal Sir John Falstaff. Shakespeare’s characteristically exquisite sense of balance & playmanship juxtapose scenes of Realpolitic, tavern trawling & wrenching family dynamics, to sublime effect.