Sport for Jove in association with Seymour Centre presents
THE PLAYER KINGS
Part 1 & Part 2
Shakespeare & Marlowe’s History Cycle
THE PLAYER KINGS
“Let us sit upon the ground and tell sad stories of the death of Kings”
The Player Kings is an extraordinary and unforgettable offering and the biggest undertaking in Sport for Jove's history. This is Damien Ryan’s brand-new adaptation of Shakespeare’s great history cycle – the epic theatrical mirror Shakespeare held up to the eternal human struggle to lead, love and learn to live together.
We live in a virulently polarised world – truth from falsehood barely distinguishable – media smothered by propaganda and partisanship – leadership eccentric to the point of madness –democracy at its most fragile and ambiguous – autocracies thriving and flagrantly proud – and kleptocracy, the ancient art of governing by theft, proving a very adequate solution to the problem of who runs the show! Let’s just say it – we are living in a Shakespearean...tragedy? History? Nightmare? And if we really dare ask ourselves, do we perhaps enjoy the show a little too much to want it to end?
Playing over two compelling and contemporary chapters, the story glances backward to the journey from Richard II to Richard III, in order to thrust our gaze forward to how political systems collapse and societies devour their own potential.
Featuring a world-class cast, some of the finest actors of Shakespeare in the country, people whose capacity for language and depth of understanding is a promise of something very special. A hugely inventive and genuinely immersive experience, The Player Kings reimagines a Globe-like arena on the York stage at Seymour Centre.
Experience the magic! Watch the two parts on back-to-back nights or, for the ultimate adventure, immerse yourself in our Saturday marathon, complete with a delightful dinner break.
This is a rare and deeply fulfilling opportunity to celebrate great performance, incredible writing and very big ideas, surrounded by your own community, the people who hold your future in their imaginations. Come along, sit on the ground with us, tell stories and help work out what we do next in this confusing, beautiful world we live in.
Buy both parts in one transaction and save up to 10%! Tickets will sell fast – you do not want to miss this!
Image credit: Dowling and Dowling Designs
Part 1 The Hollow Crown
By William Shakespeare
LET US SIT UPON THE GROUND AND TELL SAD STORIES OF THE DEATH OF KINGS…
Chapter 1 – THIS OTHER EDEN - Richard II
Chapter 2 – THIS VEIL OF WILDNESS - Henry IV Part 1 and Part 2
Chapter 3 – THIS BEST GARDEN OF THE WORLD - Henry V
Part 2 The War of the Roses
By William Shakespeare & Christopher Marlowe
LET’S KILL ALL THE LAWYERS…
Chapter 1 – ICARUS - Henry VI Part 1
Chapter 2 – CAN I DO THIS AND CANNOT GET A CROWN - Henry VI Part 2 and Part 3
Chapter 3 – THE TIME TO COME - Richard III
Writer William Shakespeare & Christopher Marlowe
Director Damien Ryan
Producer Robert Jago
Lighting Designer Matt Cox
Composer Jack Mitsch
Set and Costume Designer Kate Beere
Cast includes John Gaden, Peter Carroll, Katrina Retallick, Leilani Loau, Seán O’Shea, Marty Alix, Steve Rodgers, Emma Palmer, Christopher Stollery, Andrew Cutcliffe, Gareth Davies, Lulu Howes, Ruby Henaway and Liam Gamble.
York Theatre
| Wed 26 Mar | Part 1 | 6:30pm |
|---|---|
| Thu 27 Mar | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
York Theatre
| Sat 29 Mar | Part 1 | 11:30am |
|---|---|
| Sat 29 Mar | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
| Thu 3 Apr | Part 1 | 6:30pm |
| Fri 4 Apr | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
| Sat 5 Apr | Part 1 | 11:30am |
| Sat 5 Apr | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
Each part is 255 minutes with two 15-minute intervals. Partial lockouts apply.
| Full | $62 |
|---|---|
| Group 4+ | $58 |
| Under 30 | $55 |
| Concession (Pensioner, Veteran, FT Student, Senior)* | $51 |
Buy two parts and receive up to 10% off!
$6 transaction fee applies.
*Please be prepared to present corresponding ID at your event if requested by our staff. Read more.
| Full | $85 |
|---|---|
| Group 4+ | $81 |
| Concession (Pensioner, Veteran, FT Student, Senior)* | $76 |
| Under 30 | $55 |
Buy two parts and receive up to 10% off!
$6 transaction fee applies.
*Please be prepared to present corresponding ID at your event if requested by our staff. Read more.
Recommended for ages 12+. Contains haze smoke and use of prop weapons. Filming and photography prohibited.
The only authorised ticket seller for this event is Seymour Centre. If you purchase from an unauthorised seller, you risk that your tickets may be fake or invalid.
York Theatre
| Wed 26 Mar | Part 1 | 6:30pm |
|---|---|
| Thu 27 Mar | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
York Theatre
| Sat 29 Mar | Part 1 | 11:30am |
|---|---|
| Sat 29 Mar | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
| Thu 3 Apr | Part 1 | 6:30pm |
| Fri 4 Apr | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
| Sat 5 Apr | Part 1 | 11:30am |
| Sat 5 Apr | Part 2 | 6:30pm |
Each part is 255 minutes with two 15-minute intervals. Partial lockouts apply.
| Full | $62 |
|---|---|
| Group 4+ | $58 |
| Under 30 | $55 |
| Concession (Pensioner, Veteran, FT Student, Senior)* | $51 |
Buy two parts and receive up to 10% off!
$6 transaction fee applies.
*Please be prepared to present corresponding ID at your event if requested by our staff. Read more.
| Full | $85 |
|---|---|
| Group 4+ | $81 |
| Concession (Pensioner, Veteran, FT Student, Senior)* | $76 |
| Under 30 | $55 |
Buy two parts and receive up to 10% off!
$6 transaction fee applies.
*Please be prepared to present corresponding ID at your event if requested by our staff. Read more.
Recommended for ages 12+. Contains haze smoke and use of prop weapons. Filming and photography prohibited.
The only authorised ticket seller for this event is Seymour Centre. If you purchase from an unauthorised seller, you risk that your tickets may be fake or invalid.
Part 1 The Hollow Crown
By William Shakespeare
LET US SIT UPON THE GROUND AND TELL SAD STORIES OF THE DEATH OF KINGS…
Chapter 1 – THIS OTHER EDEN - Richard II
Chapter 2 – THIS VEIL OF WILDNESS - Henry IV Part 1 and Part 2
Chapter 3 – THIS BEST GARDEN OF THE WORLD - Henry V
Part 2 The War of the Roses
By William Shakespeare & Christopher Marlowe
LET’S KILL ALL THE LAWYERS…
Chapter 1 – ICARUS - Henry VI Part 1
Chapter 2 – CAN I DO THIS AND CANNOT GET A CROWN - Henry VI Part 2 and Part 3
Chapter 3 – THE TIME TO COME - Richard III
Writer William Shakespeare & Christopher Marlowe
Director Damien Ryan
Producer Robert Jago
Lighting Designer Matt Cox
Composer Jack Mitsch
Set and Costume Designer Kate Beere
Cast includes John Gaden, Peter Carroll, Katrina Retallick, Leilani Loau, Seán O’Shea, Marty Alix, Steve Rodgers, Emma Palmer, Christopher Stollery, Andrew Cutcliffe, Gareth Davies, Lulu Howes, Ruby Henaway and Liam Gamble.