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1 Henry IV at Folger Theatre

Dates: (9/3/2019 )

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201 E Capitol Street SE
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The reign of King Henry the Fourth (who usurped Richard the Second) is threatened by disgruntled noblemen who feel he is treating them unfairly. The Kings son, Prince Hal (who will eventually become Henry the Fifth), cavorts in taverns with low-class thieves and drunkards, including one of theaters most enduring and memorable characters, Falstaff. Will he rise to his role as the future king?

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Folger Theatre is at 201 E Capitol Street SE, Washington DC.

Folger Shakespeare Library is the authority on Shakespeare research, the world’s largest Shakespeare library, and a national leader in performance related to Shakespeare’s works. Folger Theatre is at the intersection of all the great work of the Folger and shines as the preeminent showcase for the performing arts at this world class cultural institution. Folger Theatre has staged more than 94 plays since being reactivated in 1991. Folger Theatre has been honored by the Helen Hayes Awards committee with 158 nominations and 31 awards for excellence in acting, direction, design, and production. They have received the Outstanding Resident Play Award for four productions in the past number of seasons: Measure for Measure, Hamlet, The Taming of the Shrew, and Sense and Sensibility.

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