King John(2015) -

The 2015 production of —a co-production between Shakespeare’s Globe and Royal & Derngate —brought one of William Shakespeare’s rarely performed history plays to life during the 800th anniversary year of the Magna Carta. Directed by James Dacre , this production was noted for its "muscular and clear" storytelling and its unique musical atmosphere. Staging and Aesthetic

Alex Waldmann played Philip the Bastard, the play’s moral center and "hero." His performance was noted for its energy and wit, serving as the essential spokesman for English unity. King John(2015)

The cast was led by in the title role, portraying a king who begins with "impish glee" at his coronation but gradually becomes a marginalized, doomed figure. The cast was led by in the title

The production highlighted the "anguished mother’s grief" through the character of Constance, while young Prince Arthur (played by Laurence Belcher ) was depicted as a slight, perfect victim of the cruel adult world. Thematic Context: The 2015 Significance King John(2015)