Audiences have just one week left to experience the acclaimed open-air production of Henry V at Bristol’s historic Temple Church, as Insane Root Theatre prepares to close its groundbreaking summer season on Saturday 2nd August.
This unique reimagining of Shakespeare’s iconic play, performed by an all-female and non-binary cast in the haunting ruins of the 14th-century church, has captivated audiences since its June opening, blending powerful site-responsive storytelling with live music, acapella harmonies and a bold new perspective on power and leadership.
Directed by Natalie Simone and featuring an original score by local composer Ellian Showering, the production transforms the historic site into the fields of Agincourt, exploring themes of conflict, identity and resilience through a modern lens. The result is a visceral, immersive experience that speaks directly to contemporary audiences while honouring the timeless weight of the text.
Tickets are available for the final week of performances, with a variety of evening and matinee shows for audiences to choose from. The production runs just under two hours with no interval and has drawn praise from audiences for its intimate, energetic and emotionally resonant approach to Shakespeare.
Image - Insane Root, Henry V
The season is supported by Redcliffe & Temple Business Improvement District (BID), who have also partnered with Insane Root to deliver a free accompanying programme of community events, including creative workshops, yoga and wellbeing sessions, as well as guided tours of the site.
Sabrina Shutter, Events Project Manager at Redcliffe & Temple BID, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have supported this production and the wider community programme. It’s been inspiring to see people connect so meaningfully with one of the city’s most atmospheric heritage sites. As the final performances approach, we encourage everyone who hasn’t yet been to seize this last opportunity to experience something truly special.”
This final week also features Curfew by theatre collective Calico, a provocative new show imagining a world where men are subject to a nightly curfew, with performances on Sunday 27 and Monday 28 July. Each is preceded by BASH, a high-energy self-defence workshop designed to empower and uplift participants through movement, which is free-to-attend.
Performances of Henry V take place at various times until Saturday 2 August, with tickets starting at £12.50 for local residents and £23 general admission. All events, including the public programme, are open-air and booking is essential.
For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.insaneroot.org.uk/henry-v-temple-church
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