Cast of Characters
RICHARD II Nicholas Meunier
HENRY BOLINGBROKE Tofer Carlson
DUKE OF YORK Andrew Harrington
DUKE OF NORTHUMBERLAND Michael Knight
AUMERLE Lexi Meunier
QUEEN, SALISBURY, & KEEPER Hannah Clifford
MOWBRAY & WILLOUGHBY Darin Kimball
GAUNT & CAPTAIN Ed Bernard
GREEN & DUCHESS OF YORK Jasmine Hall
DUCHESS OF GLOUCESTER & BUSHY Kate Beattie
HENRY PERCY Richie DeJesus
ROSS & GUARD Erin Shine
MARSHALL, SERVANT & BISHOP
OF CARLISLE Jon Saul
SCROOP & EXTON 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
