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A new play with music by Bob Shannon: The story of Harry Hotspur and the battle of Shrewsbury, set in gangland Newcastle in 1963, ‘Henry IV Part 1’ meets ‘Get Carter’ meets ‘Six-Five Special’: a jukebox tragedy! Using the very best of Shakespeare’s words alongside modern dialogue and truly memorable songs from the girl bands of the sixties, this new play from North East writer Bob Shannon has a terrific plot, fiery characters, marvellous music and plenty of humour and drama. Suitable for everyone over 13.