Henry VI, Parts 2 & 3

Why is York, Pennsylvania, known as the White Rose City? William Shakespeare’s Henry VI plays provide the answer through an epic depiction of the 15th-century English civil war known as the War of the Roses. 

The OrangeMite Shakespeare production of Henry VI, Parts 2 & 3 features this thrilling conflict between the rival houses of York (the White Rose) and Lancaster (the Red Rose). This original adaptation of rarely performed dramatic literature features many surprises, including pirates, witches, demons, and sword fights. Also, did we mention singing and dancing? However, as always, Shakespeare’s illuminating verse takes center stage. The performance is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes long.

Performance Location: Ann B Barshinger Center for the Arts, York Country Day School, 1000 Indian Rock Dam Rd, York, PA 17403; access the venue from Indian Rock Dam Rd.

The OrangeMite Shakespeare Company, a local nonprofit organization, is a source of pride for our community. Now in its 17th season, it has produced 35 of Shakespeare’s 39 plays, nearly completing all of them, a distinction held by less than two dozen companies in American theatre history. Our production of War of the Roses, one of our largest in years, features over 25 experienced local actors, further showcasing the talent in the York community. 

Join us June 14-22, 7:00 PM at the Ann B Barshinger Center for the Arts as we prepare to complete our decade-long history play cycle. The project began with our 2014 production of King John, and now we are ready to complete this significant milestone. Check out our production and be a part of this historic moment!