RSC Live: King Lear
First aired on Oct 12, 2016
Runtime: 180 mins
80%
Genres: Drama
King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him, he decides to divide his kingdom amongst his children, living out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging his children’s loyalty and finding himself alone in the wilderness, he is left to confront the mistakes of a life that has brought him to this point. Antony Sher plays King Lear, one of the greatest parts written by Shakespeare in this, one of Shakespeare’s most epic and powerful plays.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Antony Sher | King Lear
Nia Gwynne | Goneril
Kelly Williams | Regan
Natalie Simpson | Cordelia
Clarence Smith | Duke of Albany
James Clyde | Duke of Cornwall
Featured Crew
William Shakespeare | Theatre Play
Gregory Doran | Director
Carolyn Daniels | Wardrobe Master
Anna Girvan | Assistant Director
Bret Yount | Fight Choreographer
Ed Parry | Costume Supervisor
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