Henry V

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Event Henry V
Venue The Opera House (1977-), Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand
Umbrella Event New Zealand International Arts Festival 2012
First Date 29 February 2012
Opening Date 29 February 2012
Last Date 4 March 2012
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Description Rediscover Shakespeare through the physical style and engrossing interpretations of renowned all-male theatre company Propeller.
When you’ve got the words of history’s greatest playwright to work with, why do anything else? That’s Propeller’s philosophy and it’s one that works.
Directed by Edward Hall (son of theatre royalty Sir Peter Hall), Propeller combines unwavering devotion to the original beauty of Shakespeare’s text with inventive staging that adds clarity and appeal for today’s audience.
Presenting two very different yet equally enthralling works, this is fast, witty and accessible – Shakespeare at its most refreshing and alive. See one, or catch them both.

Henry V
Full of famously rousing speeches, Henry Vis the tale of the greatest warrior in English folklore. Chronicling Henry’s transformation from irresponsible youth to inspirational leader, we follow his journey from the corridors of Westminster to the battlefields of France. There, outnumbered by the enemy five to one, the young king must rally his ‘band of brothers’ for battle upon battle in a war of dubious justification.
Set in a time when British nationalism is at its most dangerous and exciting, Propeller presents this original take on one of Shakespeare’s powerhouse history plays.
Description Source Programme
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Historical
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Name Function Notes
Edward Hall Director
Works
Text Nationality England
Production Nationality England
Event Status Completed
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Event Identifier 155249
Dataset AusStage