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John Hirsch Mainstage
The Last Wife
By Kate Hennig
Directed by Cherissa Richards
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Mar 25 - Apr 18, 2026
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“A very smart piece of writing”
–
Chicago Tribune
With sharp dialogue and compelling characters, this historical fight for power explores humanity through a contemporary lens. A funny and powerful dissection of patriarchy, sexual politics and women’s rights.
Katherine Parr, a sharp and determined woman, agrees to marry King Henry VIII on her own terms. As she asserts her agency and fights for equal rights for Henry’s daughters, the volatile King struggles for control and authority. With a modern voice and fresh perspective, Kate Hennig reimagines the intricate lives of these iconic historical figures.
Running time:
Approx. 2 hours (incl. intermission)
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Cast & Crew
Production
Kate Hennig
Kate Hennig
Kate Hennig
Cherissa Richards
Cherissa Richards
Cherissa Richards
Brian Perchaluk
Brian Perchaluk
Brian Perchaluk
Joseph Abetria
Joseph Abetria
Joseph Abetria
Hugh Conacher
Hugh Conacher
Hugh Conacher
Torquil Campbell
Torquil Campbell
Torquil Campbell
Aria Evans
Aria Evans
Aria Evans
Jacquie Loewen
Jacquie Loewen
Jacquie Loewen
Raphael Estillore
Raphael Estillore
Raphael Estillore
Montana Lehmann
Montana Lehmann
Montana Lehmann
Beth Toderash
Beth Toderash
Beth Toderash
Alissa Watson
Alissa Watson
Alissa Watson
Jazz Marcelino
Jazz Marcelino
Jazz Marcelino
Katie Hoppa
Katie Hoppa
Katie Hoppa
Cast
Sébastien Heins
Sébastien Heins
Sébastien Heins
Julie Lumsden
Julie Lumsden
Julie Lumsden
Amelia Sargisson
Amelia Sargisson
Amelia Sargisson
Katie Welham
Katie Welham
Katie Welham
Cory Wojcik
Cory Wojcik
Cory Wojcik
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Production ID:
35855
Start Date:
3/25/2026 10:09:00 AM
End Date:
4/18/2026 10:09:15 AM
Title:
The Last Wife
Playwright:
By Kate Hennig
Billing:
Directed by Cherissa Richards
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Synopsis:
“A very smart piece of writing”
–
Chicago Tribune
With sharp dialogue and compelling characters, this historical fight for power explores humanity through a contemporary lens. A funny and powerful dissection of patriarchy, sexual politics and women’s rights.
Katherine Parr, a sharp and determined woman, agrees to marry King Henry VIII on her own terms. As she asserts her agency and fights for equal rights for Henry’s daughters, the volatile King struggles for control and authority. With a modern voice and fresh perspective, Kate Hennig reimagines the intricate lives of these iconic historical figures.
Facility:
John Hirsch Mainstage
Alternate URL:
https://royalmtc.ca/Current-Plays/The-Last-Wife.aspx
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