Shakespeare The Six Faces Of Henry VIII

William Shakespeare und John Fletcher

(5 Sterne; 1 Bewertung)

The Six Faces of Henry VIII is a captivating adaptation of Shakespeare's last play, featuring a talented cast including Matthew Marsh and Patrick Malahide. This production was recorded to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne in 2009.

The play opens with the arrest of the Duke of Buckingham for treason and delves into Henry's tumultuous struggle to divorce Katherine of Aragon, alongside the dramatic downfall of Cardinal Wolsey. With a rich portrayal of Tudor politics, this rarely performed work, also known as 'All is True', offers a profound analysis of a world where appearances can be deceiving.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.