Richard II believed that English kings were made by God. When he came to the throne in 1377, at the age of just 10, he ...

Since “Richard II” is notable for the relative brevity — and paucity — of its female roles, the casting of men in them here brings neither embarrassments nor revelations.

Richard II’s will, written in the spring of 1399, was largely devoted to lavish plans for his own funeral and to pursuing vengeance beyond the grave.

Richard II became King of England when he was 10, and in William Shakespeare’s account of the last year of his reign in 1399 before he was deposed, the 32-year-old Richard still has the mind of a kid.

“Richard II” is about King Richard II’s power struggle with his cousin and rival Henry Bollingbroke, as well as outside reactions to the royal family.

Richard II director, Kathryn Walsh, reminds us that "In practice, we know this not to be true. Even in marriage vows, the state has decided it has a vested interest in that status, ...

Broadway King Richard II : 1951: Videos. Leslye Headland Reflects on CULT OF LOVE's Broadway Bow and Tells All About the Upcoming Film. Andrew Lloyd Webber Helps SUNSET BLVD. to Auction Off ...

Photos: Jonathan Bailey in Richard II at the Bridge Theatre. 8 PHOTOS. Company of Richard II. Manuel Harlan. Michael Simkins and Nick Sampson in Richard II. Manuel Harlan.

Richard II The key to Michael Grandage's success is his unfashionable refusal to give audiences an easy ride. For his farewell as a.d. of London's Donmar Warehouse he has chosen Shakespeare's ...