Anne Boleyn dramatizes the life and legacy of Henry VIII’s notorious second wife, who helped change the course of the nation’s history. In Howard Brenton’s epic play, we are transported to the 16th century, where the brilliant-but-reckless young Anne, confident in her sexuality and in her love for Henry, leads the charge for England’s Protestant Reformation. While her marriage to the King provides her with opportunities to further the Protestant cause, the bitter battle between political and religious factions makes her vulnerable to conspiracy charges. Meanwhile, in 1603, King James I discovers Anne’s belongings, which inspires him to explore his own gender and sexuality, while being haunted by her ghost and the religious conflict she helped introduce. This production challenges how Anne Boleyn has been traditionally viewed as either the pawn of an ambitious family or a predator manipulating her way to power, and shows how daring to disrupt the status-quo made her lose her head.

Stephen DiMenna

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25 - 28 Apr, 2024

Anne Boleyn – A haunting historical drama · University of Minnesota School of Music

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