King John(2015) Apr 2026

Jo Stone-Fewings (King John), Alex Waldmann (The Bastard), Laurence Belcher (Arthur), and Barbara Marten (Constance). King John (2015) - Plot - IMDb

Interestingly, Shakespeare’s play almost entirely ignores the signing of the Magna Carta, focusing instead on themes of legitimacy, foreign invasion, and the conflict between the monarchy and the papacy. King John(2015)

The production was specifically designed for the church in Northampton and the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse at the Globe. Jo Stone-Fewings (King John), Alex Waldmann (The Bastard),

Reviewers noted that the play felt particularly modern, exploring the actions of a capricious leader refusing to relinquish power and the heavy toll of "bad management and bad luck" on a nation. Production Credits Director: James Dacre Composer: Orlando Gough Reviewers noted that the play felt particularly modern,

A standout feature was the score by Orlando Gough , which drew on church music, folk airs, and plainchant. This music was so integral that some reviewers described the production as "King John: The Musical," as it suffused the drama and underlined character shifts. Key Performances