Hamnet explores the life of Agnes Hathaway and her relationship with William Shakespeare, highlighting their love and the profound loss they experience after the death of their son, Hamnet. This adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's award-winning novel is directed by Erica Whyman, featuring Kemi-Bo Jacobs as Agnes and Rory Alexander as William. The production promises a rich tapestry of emotion as it delves into themes of grief, resilience, and the magic of nature. With a talented cast that includes Ajani Cabey and Karl Haynes, this U.S. stage premiere offers a moving portrayal of one of history's most celebrated literary figures.
Cast and Creative Team for Hamnet at American Conservatory Theater
Cast
Haydn Burke
Ensemble
Ajani Cabey
Hamnet
Rory Alexander
William
Kemi-Bo Jacobs
Agnes
Karl Haynes
Ned
Bert Seymour
Burbage/Father John
Penny Layden
Mary
Troy Alexander
Bartholomew
Nigel Barrett
John/ Will Kempe
Saffron Dey
Judith
Victoria Elliott
Joan & Elizabeth Condell
Heather Forster
Eliza
Thalia Gambe
Understudy Susanna, Judith & Tilly
Ava Hinds Jones
Susanna
Nicki Hobday
Jude & Physician’s Wife
Matilda McCarthy
Tilly/Caterina & Will’s Landlady
Creative Team
Lolita Chakrabarti
Playwright
Erica Whyman
Director
Ayşe Tashkiran
Movement
Amy Ball CDG
Casting Director
Oğuz Kaplangi
Music
Simon Baker
Sound Designer
Prema Mehta
Lighting Designer
Tom Piper
Set and Costume Designer
Kevin Kopjak
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