Changeling theatre and Phoenix Community Events return to Margate main sands with HENRY V by William
Shakespeare.
“We few, we happy few, we band of brothers”
A young superstar King has ascended the English throne. When his advisors
tell him the French throne is rightfully his too, Henry falls for their persuasion.
An insult from the Dauphin–heir to the French throne – is enough to trigger
Henry, who gathers a mighty fleet and invades France.
After defeating the French at Harfleur and Agincourt, the young King makes
the old King of France swear to hand the throne to him on his death, making
him King of both countries. To seal the deal he marries the old King’s
daughter, Princess Katherine.
Based on the events of the Hundred Years’ War, Henry V ismuch more than
a historical documentary. It is a play about the merits of war, set against the
moral and personal cost of conflict. Directed by Rob Forknall and brought to
you by the same creative team from last year’s Love’s Labour’s Lost, this
production takes its design cues from the game of chess, and promises to be
a visual treat, full of action and intrigue.
“Once more unto the breach dear friends…”
