Richard II

Name: Richard II
Start: 2025-11-05T19:00:00+0000
Location: Astor Place Theatre

November 5, 2025 7:00 pm

Astor Place Theatre
434 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10003

Ambition and betrayal reign supreme in this electrifying reimagining of Shakespeare's poetic masterpiece, Richard II. Set in 1980s Manhattan, the neon skyline and shadowy backrooms become an epic battleground of identity and power, where a king's divine right crumbles beneath the weight of human frailty.

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Why We Like It

Michael Urie's virtuosic performance brings Richard's tragic descent freshly immediate.
Craig Baldwin's inventive adaptation stages the play a stone's throw from the site of the historic Astor Place Riots.
The production explores the original American cocktail of politics, insurrection, and Shakespeare.

Who Should Attend

This production of Richard II will appeal to fans of Shakespearean drama, political intrigue, and immersive theater experiences.

In the Spotlight

Michael Urie

The acclaimed actor brings his virtuosic performance to the role of Richard II.

Craig Baldwin

The director's inventive adaptation sets the Shakespearean classic in the neon-lit world of 1980s Manhattan.

About the Venue

Astor Place Theatre

The Astor Place Theatre is located 8 steps below street level, with a specialized LiftKar Stair Climber to transport guests comfortably and safely. The main lobby and all public areas, including wheelchair-accessible seating, are fully accessible.