INTERVIEW: Alex Hassell on his journey from Hal to Henry V
As the RSC cycle of Shakespeare's Histories arrives at London's Barbican Theatre, Alex Hassell appears first as Hal in Henry IV Pts 1 & 2, before maturing into the series' Henry V. 35 years old and with enviably chiselled features, whilst not yet a household name, Hassell is commanding increasing respect. It was only last month that he achieved a podium finish as a Best Supporting Performance nominee in the 201…