The 2015 production of —a co-production between Shakespeare’s Globe and Royal & Derngate —brought one of William Shakespeare’s rarely performed history plays to life during the 800th anniversary year of the Magna Carta. Directed by James Dacre , this production was noted for its "muscular and clear" storytelling and its unique musical atmosphere. Staging and Aesthetic
Alex Waldmann played Philip the Bastard, the play’s moral center and "hero." His performance was noted for its energy and wit, serving as the essential spokesman for English unity. King John(2015)
The production was specifically designed for the church in Northampton and the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse at the Globe. The production was specifically designed for the church
The cast was led by in the title role, portraying a king who begins with "impish glee" at his coronation but gradually becomes a marginalized, doomed figure. Jo Stone-Fewings (King John), Alex Waldmann (The Bastard),
The use of candlelight and the intimate church setting created a spine-tingling environment that mirrored the play's ecclesiastical and political tensions.
Jo Stone-Fewings (King John), Alex Waldmann (The Bastard), Laurence Belcher (Arthur), and Barbara Marten (Constance). King John (2015) - Plot - IMDb
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