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Directed by Cameron Ulrich

September 30 - October 9, 2011

Young, restless and ambitious, Henry V inherits a troubled crown and seeks to secure his position at home by turning the country's attention abroad, launching a hasty invasion of France. The risks are huge; the cause debatable; and bloodshed certain. Henry V is a rousing, fascinating story of the power of courage and the price of glory.

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CAST
Henry V -
Joshua Thomas

Joshua trained at an Australian acting school before spending several years working with a traveling troupe throughout New South Wales and various other Australian theatre companies. Since arriving in St Louis he has worked with Stray Dog, The Orange Girls, (Insert Name Here), St Louis Shakespeare, Muddy Waters, Act Inc and recently wrote and directed his first full length script "Let There Be Thistles" as a joint between First Run Theatre and his own Dusty Bums Productions. Joshua is currently working on finishing a companion piece to "Thistles" titled "Angels and Whiskey".

Westmoreland -
Ben Ritchie

This is Ben's 16th show with St. Louis Shakespeare. He is a regular cast member in the The Magic Smoking Monkey Theater, where he has played Han Solo in The One-Hour Star Wars Trilogy. Most recently Ben performed in Riverside Shakespeare's production of Much Ado About Nothing as Dogberry.

Duke of Exeter -
Eric White

Henry V” is Eric’s fourth show with St. Louis Shakespeare and he is very happy to be back. He appeared in “The Tempest” in 2010 and in both “Cyrano de Bergerac” and “Restoration” earlier in 2011. Thanks to Cameron and Donna for the opportunity and the rest of the cast and crew of “Henry V” for the fun, friendship and support. Last but not least, thanks to Wendy, Payton & Cassidy for their never ending support and patience.
Earl of Warwick -
Casey Boland

Casey would like to thank the cast, his family, and especially his wife Amy, for all their support.
Cambridge / Bourbon / MacMorris -
Nick Henderson
Nick is very excited to be working with St. Louis Shakespeare, again! Past collaborations include "Edward III" and "Merchant of Venice". Nick grew up just across the river, but now spends most of his time performing in Colorado where he has just closed a hugely successful "Hairspray", at the Arvada Center, and can next be seen in "A Christmas Carol", at the Denver Center. He would like to apologize in advance, if he confuses his many accents or starts speaking Pig Latin. Badwolf.
Scroop -
Matthew Galbreath
Matthew is a native of Jefferson City Missouri. He attended the University of Missouri-Columbia from 2002-2005. There he was a Theatre Major and was featured in more then 15 productions. His roles include Jim in Big River, Jim Conley in Parade, George Armstrong in Intimate Apparel and Lord Capulet in Romeo and Juliet to name a few. He was also featured twice at the York Theatre NYC; first as Professor Barton in Leaving Hannibal, later as Toussaint Charbonneau in Corps of Discovery.

Matthew has spent the last few years working Regionally and finishing his education. A few of his Regional credits include Simon in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Lyceum Theatre, Louis Henson in A Soldier’s Play, Asher in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and David (Narrator) in A Christmas Carol 2009 and 2010 at New Stage Theatre.

Matthew finished his degree in Speech Communication with an emphasis in Dramatic Arts at Jackson State University this summer, and was admitted into the New School of Drama (Former Actors’ Studio Drama School) in New York this fall. He deferred his enrolment for the year and is glad to be back in Missouri for a short stay. Matthew is honored to be a part of the talented cast of Henry V, and would like to thank God, and his friends and family for their love and support.

Grey -
Andrew Higgins
This is Andrew Higgins' debut with the St. Louis Shakespeare Company.  He received acting training from Elon University in North Carolina as well as University of Missouri - St. Louis.  He has always had a love for acting ever since he was young.  Andrew Higgins would like to thank everyone in the cast and crew for their tremendous effort and for giving him a chance to perform.  He would also like to thank his friends and family for supporting him during this difficult and strenuous period.

Princess Catherine -
Sabra Sellers

Sabra Sellers is happy to be back on the Grandel stage in her second show with St. Louis Shakespeare. She is a proud EMC actor, and holds a BFA degree in musical theatre from Missouri State University. Some of Sabra’s favorite roles include: Agnes of God (Agnes), Lend Me a Tenor (Diana), 25th Annual…Spelling Bee (Marcy), Anton in Show Business (Holly), Almost, Maine (Ginette, Sandrine, Hope), The Miss Firecracker Contest (Elain), A…My Name is Alice (Alice), Scrooge: The Musical (Mrs. Cratchit), The Cassilis Engagement (Mabel), and The Girlhood of Shakespeare’s Heroines (Bonnie). Next, she can be found working with the Citilites Theatre as Pam in Maltby and Shire’s musical Baby. This west county mom is so very blessed to have such a loving husband and beautiful son. John et Seamus: Vous êtes ma vie. I’d also like to thank Mme. Dicus, who, for three grueling years, attempted to teach me French. As always, I am grateful for the overwhelming support of my family.
Alice -
Vanessa Waggoner

Vanessa is a St Louis creative native who is honored to take the stage in her second production with St Louis Shakespeare Company. Vanessa received a Bachelors of Arts in Theatre from Belhaven University where she studied dance, music, theatre and circus arts. Her work as a performer and teacher have taken her all over the states as well as abroad to England, Scotland, Puerto Rico, Honduras and Spain. Some of her favorite stage credits include Katherine in The Taming of the Shrew, Audrey in As You Like It, and Olivia in St Louis Shakespeare’s production of Twelfth Night. She is grateful to God for the abilities he has given her and opportunities to use them. She sends her love to her family and her wonderful husband of 2 months, Jaime. It is an honor to share the stage with you.
Dauphin -
Luke Lindbergh
Queen Isabell / Nell -
Patty Ulrich
Bardolph / Burgundy -
Tim Callahan
Nym -
Andrew Kuhlman
Andrew Kuhlman is a new actor in the world of St. Louis theatre. He is a recent graduate from the Department of Theatre Arts at Bradley University and finds himself loving life back home in STL. Most recently Andrew worked with Muddy Waters on their production of The Mineola Twins. He would like to thank his family and friends as well as the cast and crew of this amazing production!
Captain Fluellen -
Nathan Schroeder

Nathan is honored to be included in such a talent-studded cast.  Previous Shakespeare experience includes Taming of the Shrew (Pedant) at SLS, and Midsummer Night’s Dream (Theseus) and Romeo and Juliet (Capulet), both at Clayton Community Theatre.  He also designs lighting for CCT, and once seven years ago for Cameron. Nathan came to theatre late in life, after his three teenagers showed him how much fun it could be.  He sends his love to them and to Ellen, his wife of 29 years, with appreciation for her understanding of all the late nights.
Pistol -
Robert Ashton

This is Robert’s tenth appearance with St. Louis Shakespeare. He last appeared as Antonio in the Merchant of Venice in 2009 and played the Duke of Exeter in the 2005 production of Henry V. Most recently he played James Tyrone in Muddy Waters Theatre production of “Long Day’s Journey Into Night” , directed by Cameron Ulrich (the director of this show) and with Josh Thomas (Henry V) playing his son, Jamie. In August of last year he performed in the one man show, “Let There Be Thistles”, written and directed by the same Joshua Thomas. In April of this year he had his own directorial debut with “Acts of Love” by Kathryn Chetkovich at West End Players Guild.
Archbishop of Canterbury / Constable -
Richard Byquist

Richard was fortunate enough to be in the Donna Northcott directed Edward III. Another favorite Shakespeare role has been King Henry IV.
Bishop of Ely -
Paul Devine

Paul is very happy to be back with St. Louis Shakespeare, having been one of the first members of the company so many years ago.  Prior to appearing in The Merry Wives of Windsor, Paul appeared this year in Much Ado About Nothing with Riverside Shakespeare Theatre Company.  Prior to a 20 year hiatus from the stage (to do the whole career thing), some of his favorite acting roles were with the Goldenrod Showboat, the Repertory Theater of St. Louis, The La Jolla Stage Company, The Lamb’s Player’s Theater of San Diego and Copper Mountain Summer Stage.  Paul’s next project will be with St. Louis Shakespeare’s sister company, Magic Smoking Monkey Theater.  Come see the 1 Hour It’s a Wonderful Life!

Capt. Gover -
Carl Overly

Carl Overly is pleased to be playing the role of Captain Gower in his second show with St. Louis Shakespeare Company. He was previously seen as Host of the Garter in Merry Wives of Windsor. Carl has worked with Metro Thetatre, The Black Rep, Upstream Theatre, STLAS and many more. He would like to that his family and friends for their constant support and patience.

Bates / Orleans -
Andrew Weber
Williams -
Parth Patel
Boy -
Nick Wheelehon
Nick is very happy to be appearing in his first show with St. Louis Shakespeare. He would like to thank his family for their support.
Charles VI -
Ethan Jones

Ethan is delighted to appear for his sixth show with St. Louis Shakespeare. His previous appearances with this company were as: Duke Solinus in Comedy of Errors, Proteus/Suitor in The Odyssey, Prince Escalus in Romeo and Juliet, Duke of Lorraine in Edward III, and Dirk (one of Long John Silver’s pirates) in Treasure Island. His diverse repertoire also includes: Elwood Dowd in Harvey (Act II Theatre), Lewis Barnett in Proposals (Alpha Players of Florissant), Walter Younger in A Raisin in the Sun (Center Stage Theatre), Don Pedro in Much Ado About Nothing (Riverside Shakespeare), and appearances in shows by Soundstage Productions, First Run Theatre, Mustard Seed Theatre, The History Theatre Festival, Leavenworth Players, Floodstage Productions and many more. Ethan would like to thank Cameron for asking him to join this wonderful ensemble, his wife Jackie for her encouragement, and God for making all of this possible. And thank you, the audience, for supporting live theatre.
Grandpre / French Ambassador / Messenger -
Jaime Zayas

Actor, mime and clown from the gorgeous island of Puerto Rico. He received a B.A in Theater from the University of Puerto Rico and has trained in physical theater, mime and circus arts with professionals from theater companies like Pilobulus and Cirque du Soleil. Some of his credits include an appearance in the T.V. series Seconds from Disaster for the National Geographic Channel. His performances have taken him to the USA, Puerto Rico and Mexico. He is delighted to be in his third production with St. Louis Shakespeare acting along side his wife Vanessa Waggoner. He works as well as freelance video editor and lighting designer.
Sir Thomas Erpingham / Rambures -
Tom Moore
This is Tom’s second appearance with St. Louis Shakespeare. He has also popped up in roles around St. Louis with First Run Theatre and Soundstage, among others. Tom is retired from 30 years with AT&T and is driving his dear wife LindaJoy nuts. He is active with the St. Louis Mankind Project and his church. He and his wife have been taking Dave Houghton’s actor’s workshop for about five years. Together they have five independent children and three very dependent dogs.
Governor of Hartfleur - Al Erikson
Montjoy / Herald -
Phillip Dixon

Phillip C. Dixon a Philadelphia transplant is happy about another opportunity to work with St.Louis Shakespeare!  Forever seeking to grow he is looking forward to further work in theater and film.
  Chorus -
Donna Northcott
Captain Jamy -
Walt Marts
Walt is excited to be here with St Louis Shakespeare again. He has fond memories of 12TH NIGHT AS Fabian; the Porter in MACBETH and Pander in PERICLES, PRINCE OF TYRE. Most recently he was seen at St Louis Community College at Meramec as Dottorre in THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS.

 

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