Some say Shakespeare invented the “history play” – but he had a lot of help. Shakespeare was mainly writing comedies in the ...

XXIX, 1841 A study of the materials and techniques of the tester over the tomb of Richard II... thesis by Abigail Weatherill, 2010. History of the King's Works - vol. 1 edited by H.M. Colvin, 1963 ...

"I channelled many Roys," Bailey explains, adding that Richard II "explores ... "It's a feast of a play and really speaks to our times - it's fascinating to explore a king who has a cast iron ...

The film begins as KING RICHARD II (Ben Whishaw) tries to resolve a bitter dispute between his cousin, HENRY BOLINGBROKE (Rory Kinnear) and THOMAS MOWBRAY (James Purefoy). BOLINGBROKE has been ...