HENRY IV PART I
The Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble returns to the stunning Roma Street Parkland with Shakespeare’s much-loved Henry IV Part 1.
King Henry risked everything to take the crown, but now, under threat from former allies and foreign enemies, it sits uneasily. To make matters worse, his rebellious son, Prince Hal, is spending all his time in the seediest pubs of London with a troupe of petty criminals led by that corrupter of youth, Sir John Falstaff. As Henry’s enemies unite and the threat of war approaches, we’re drawn into an epic tale of family and friendship, rivalry and redemption.
As much a drunken comedy and coming-of-age drama as it is a history, Henry IV Part 1 is sure to delight and excite Shakespeare lovers and newcomers alike!
“The Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble’s mastery of the language was clear, flowing naturally and full of meaning.”
Elise Lawrence, Backstreet Brisbane
“… this play is brilliant, and it was brilliantly performed”
Susan Hetherington, RideHomeReview
“a refreshing interpretation of Shakespeare’s Henry The IV Part 1.”
Rhys M Becks, XS Entertainment
GALLERY
CAST & CREW
Garry Condeseres – Ensemble
Matthew Filkins – Earl of Worcester; Gadshill
Leah Fitzgerald-Quinn – Ensemble
Matt Gaffney – Northumberland; Glendower; Richard Vernon
Ellen Hardisty – Earl of Westmorland; Lady Percy
Liliana Macarone – King Henry
Frances Marrington – Walter Blunt; Peto; Lady Mortimer
Rebecca Murphy – Poins
Rob Pensalfini – Falstaff
Dudley Powell – Douglas; Hostess; Chamberlain
Silvan Rus – Prince Hal
John Siggers – Bardolph; Mortimer
Angus Thorburn – Hotspur
Director: Rebecca Murphy
Musical Director: Silvan Rus
Fight Choreographer: Rob Pensalfini
Assistant Director: Liliana Macarone
Accent Coach: Colin Smith
Dramaturg: Tahlia Downs
Production Manager: Kylii Davies
Costume Designer: Gabby Carbon
Lighting Designer: Steven Tibbits
Set and Props: Bradley Chapman
Stage Manager: Siobhan Martin
Assistant Stage Manager: Isabella Ross
Rehearsal Assistants: Tahlia Downs, Keziah Dos Santos, Raphael Tefera