"Richard II "

"Richard II " -- Shakespeare's Political Thriller

An ill-equipped king is in danger of losing his crown ... but on the edge of gaining revelation in "Richard II ". While technically one of Shakespeare's "histories," the play packs more mind-blowing insights than any Philosophy 101 class could ever promise, with ruminations on theology, psychology and language thrown in for good measure. And because it's Shakespeare, there's also a riveting plot full of political intrigue as Richard struggles to keep the English throne from his cunning and capable cousin, Henry. See this Shakespeare in the Square production at the Robert Moss Theater in New York City.