This revisited trilogy directed by Michael Boyd is the first salvo in an unprecedented two-year ensemble project to stage Shakespeare's complete history cycle using one company of actors. 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 I - The War Against France
After the premature coronation of the infant Henry VI, France, led by Joan of Arc, exploits the fierce power squabbles in England and battles to reclaim the French lands lost to Henry V.

Henry VI Parts I, II and III run in repertoire at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford from February 6th - March 15th, 2008.

The running time for Henry VI Part I is 3 hours and 10 minutes including an interval of 20 mins.