Henry V
by William Shakespeare / Directed by Matt Sciple / November 5–20, 2016
We few. We happy few.
Shortly after he becomes King Henry V, former playboy prince Hal decides to prove his seriousness and increase his popularity with conquests abroad. Shakespeare’s superb history play brings political intrigue and the thrill of battle to the stage. This timeless story, retold during an election year, reflects even more potently on today’s global stage.
Performing At:
The Crane Theater
2303 Kennedy St. NE #120
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Directions
Take 35W to the Stinson Blvd exit, go south to Summer Street NE and turn right. The Kennedy Building (where the theater is located) will be on your left, go just past it and turn left onto McKinley Place NE. The entrance to the parking lot will be on your left, just north of the building. Enter the theater using yellow the door that faces the parking lot.
Press
“director Matt Sciple and his energetic ensemble attack this task with engaging inventiveness”
“incisive and clever performances”
“original and inventive”
“4 stars – Highly Recommended”
“a monumental acting job, and the whole ensemble gets that job done”
“talented actors, sure direction, and an inventive staging”
“energetic movement and fluid fight choreography”
“For those who are wary of Shakespeare’s history plays, this production will serve as a great introduction.”
Pioneer Press discusses 44 Plays and Henry V going up simultaneously.
City Pages highlights the show.
{ CAST }
Ricardo Beaird
Becca Hart
Meredith Kind
Gabriel Murphy
Victoria Pyan
{ CREW }
DIRECTOR
Matt Sciple
STAGE MANAGER
Clara Costello +
SET DESIGNER
Ursula K. Bowden
COSTUME DESIGNER
Samantha Kuhn Staneart
LIGHTING DESIGNER
Julia Carlis +
MUSICIAN / MUSIC DIRECTOR
Derek Trost
DRAMATURG
Kit Gordon +
FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHER
Aaron Preusse
DIALECT COACH
Keely Wolter
+ Theatre Pro Rata Company Member