Richard II

Name: Richard II
Start: 2025-12-10T19:00:00+0000
Location: Astor Place Theatre

December 10, 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 historic Astor Place Riots.
The production explores themes of politics, insurrection, and Shakespeare in a unique setting.

Who Should Attend

This production of Richard II will appeal to fans of Shakespearean drama, as well as those interested in exploring the intersection of politics, power, and the arts in a modern urban setting.

In the Spotlight

Michael Urie

The actor delivering a virtuosic performance as the titular character, Richard II.

Craig Baldwin

The playwright who has crafted an inventive adaptation of Shakespeare's classic play.

About the Venue

Astor Place Theatre

The main lobby of the theatre is located 8 steps below street level, with a specialized LiftKar Stair Climber available to transport guests comfortably and safely. All public areas and amenities are accessible, though some rows in the Orchestra section may require navigating additional steps.