The enormous cast of over 70 pupils took on this epic history play and produced an outstanding spectacle for appreciative audiences throughout the week.

A traditional Shakespearean chorus took us through the play – exceptionally articulated by James A and Viola D. Archie G led as Henry, delivering such famous lines as ‘Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more’ with immense energy and dynamism that was felt throughout the theatre. He captivated audiences in this intimate thrust arrangement – a first for the theatre – which ensured the audience were always close to the action.

Amongst the superb cast around him was Neave P as Exeter, whose dismissal of the audacious Dauphin (a hugely entertaining Sebastian S) in her scathing retorts created an icy atmosphere. Equally exciting to watch was James B as the common soldier Pistol, who leapt and gestured with endearing energy and enormous pathos.

Alfie T personified the pedantic Welsh officer Fluellen with equal gusto and tremendous humour. On the French side, Zara D delivered a hilarious performance as she tried to learn her English words and later wooed by Henry.

There were many more outstanding and moving performances from this cast who all ensured the audience were totally immersed in the story. We were especially pleased to involve younger cast members from Year 7 and 8 whose movement sequence as the boys in Agincourt was deeply harrowing.

Supported by a beautiful, original score by Tommy Perry (Old Warwickian) and a video by Harriet C that projected onto four screens depicting the St George’s Cross throughout the production, the audience remained mesmerised by this full-length story – told in the most compelling way.

Audience members have been incredibly generous in their feedback –offering words of support such as: