When the King of Navarre and his three courtiers forswear all pleasure – particularly of the female variety – in favour of a life of study, the arrival of the Princess of France and her ladies plays havoc with their intentions. Using every kind of verbal gymnastics to poke fun, Shakespeare’s most intellectual comedy is brought to hilarious life in Dominic Dromgoole’s highly entertaining production, rich in visual humour and sexual innuendo. Jonathan Fensom’s knot garden and original music by Claire van Kampen create the framework for an engaging performance by an excellent cast. Filmed live in High Definition and true surround sound.
King of Navarre: Philip Cumbus Berowne: Trystan Gravelle Longaville: William Mannering Dumaine: Jack Farthing Princess of France: Michelle Terry Rosaline: Thomasin Rand Maria: Jade Anouka Katharine: Siân Robins-Grace Boyet: Tom Stuart Don Armado: Paul Ready Moth: Seroca Davis Holofernes: Christopher Godwin Sir Nathanial: Patrick Godfrey Dull: Andrew Vincent Costard: Fergal McElherron Jaquenetta: Rhiannon Oliver Mercadé: James Lailey
Directed by Dominic Dromgoole Designed by Jonathan Fensom Composed by Claire van Kampen
Recorded live at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London, in October 2009.
Extra features: Cast gallery Famous Speeches
Format: dvd Duration: 167 mins Catalog Number: OA 1035 D Regions: All regions Picture Format: 16:9 Anamorphic Sound Type: 2.0 LPCM & 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Subtitles: EN (in Shakespearean English)
"Dominic Dromgoole’s zestful production succeeds in captivating the audience to a degree that I would not have thought possible… It’s a treat." -- The Independent
"With a delightful design and jaunty music it has abundant charm… Entirely enchanting." -- The Times
