The World's A Stage Players: Richard II: September 9 - 17

Cast of Characters RICHARD II HENRY BOLINGBROKE DUKE OF YORK DUKE OF NORTHUMBERLAND AUMERLE QUEEN, SALISBURY, & KEEPER MOWBRAY & WILLOUGHBY GAUNT & CAPTAIN GREEN & DUCHESS OF YORK DUCHESS OF GLOUCESTER & BUSHY HENRY PERCY ROSS & GUARD MARSHALL, SERVANT & BISHOP OF CARLISLE SCROOP & EXTON

Nicholas Meunier Tofer Carlson Andrew Harrington Michael Knight Lexi Meunier Hannah Clifford Darin Kimball Ed Bernard Jasmine Hall Kate Beattie Richie DeJesus Erin Shine Jon Saul Mike Lague

Technical Crew DIRECTOR Mike Haddad ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Ed Bernard COSTUMES & PROPS Savanah Carlson Hannah Clifford SOUND DESIGN Mike Lague SOUNDBOARD OP Michael Jay GRAPHIC DESIGN Julie Sforza ORIGINAL MUSIC Kathryn Denney PRODUCERS Ed Bernard Savanah Carlson Andrew Harrington Mike Lague Nicholas Meunier

Director’s Note Richard II is a complex political drama displaying the fight for rule of England between the current king, Richard II, and his cousin Henry Bolingbroke.

Chronologically, this is the first of a series of Shakespeare’s Histories detailing the trials and tribulations of Richard II, Henry IV, Henry V, Henry VI, and Richard III (often referred to as the Henriad). If you are a fan of shows like Game of Thrones or The West Wing, you will find similar intrigue and shifting allegiances throughout Shakespeare’s Histories.

Edward III was the father of York, Gaunt (father of Henry Bolingbroke), Gloucester, and Edward the Black Prince (father of Richard II). When the Black Prince dies, Richard II is made king (at 10 years old!!). A major complaint of Richard’s rule is over-taxation and wasteful spending. Just prior to the start of the show, Gloucester was killed by Thomas Mowbray under the secret order of Richard II. In the opening scene, Henry is accusing Mowbray of the death of his uncle Gloucester and demands a trial by combat.

We are so thrilled to be back for more outdoor Shakespeare! It has been a truly wonderful experience working with both new and returning members of this troupe. We hope in the coming years to continue to unfold the saga of Shakespeare’s Henriad. Thank you so much for coming and we hope you enjoy the show!

Special Thanks Nadine Sa, Connell Benn, Andrea Roessler, Jay Newlon, Allen Bantly, and The Concord Players, Emily Smith and the Concord Free Public Library, Carole Wayland of 51 Walden, Kathryn & Bryce Denney, & Brian Kelly

Additional Credits: Incidental Music for Brass Ensemble : composed and arranged by Kathryn Denney.

Post Show Music (I Am Not There): composed for chorus by Kathryn Denney; performed

by Labyrinth Choir. Arranged for brass ensemble by Kathryn Denney; engineered by Bryce & Kathryn Denney.

Learn about Bryce & Kathryn's new documentary at thedrivetosing.com