Henry VI Part III directed by Michael Boyd as part of the History Cycle.
Civil strife, bloody battles and power struggles provide the backdrop for Shakespeare's compelling depiction of a divided nation and a king in turmoil.
Henry VI Part III - The Chaos
Henry VI concedes the House of York shall inherit the crown after his death, angering his wife who fights for the House of Lancaster. Fathers kill sons, sons kill fathers. The House of York prevails and Edward IV is crowned, unaware that his brother Richard, Duke of Gloucester, is plotting his downfall.
The Histories play in repertoire at the Roundhouse 1 April - 25 May 2008. To book tickets call the Roundhouse Box Office on 0844 482 8008 or book online.
Running time
The running time for Henry VI Part III is 3 hours and 15 minutes including an interval of 20 mins.
Access performances
Assisted performances on 17 May 2008.
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