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'The prince of darkness is a gentleman!'
King Lear’s tempestuous poetry is shot through with touches of humour and moments of heart-rending simplicity, as the notion of familial love is questioned and torn apart.
Best known as Artistic Director of Shared Experience for 22 years and with numerous credits including the RSC and National Theatre, Nancy Meckler brings her charismatic style to the Globe for the first time.
Synopsis
King Lear has three daughters, but no sons. Boldly he makes a decision to divide his kingdom among his children, but fails to anticipate the consequences of his actions. His generosity is cruelly repaid and Lear finds himself adrift, wandering homeless and destitute. As he comes to realize the false values by which he has lived, he finally encounters his own humanity.
Running time: 170 mins
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Creative
Director:
Nancy MecklerDesigner:
Rosanna VizeMovement Director:
Shona MorrisComposer:
Simon SlaterLighting Designer:
Anna WatsonSound Designer:
Matthew Matt McKenzieFight Director:
Philip D'OrleansCast
Goneril:
Emily BruniEnsemble / Musician:
Louisa BeadelGloucester:
Burt CaesarEdmund:
Ralph DavisEdgar:
Joshua JamesLear:
Kevin R McNallyOswald:
Chris NayakFool:
Loren O’DairAlbany:
Thomas PaddenKent:
Saskia Reeves -
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Pat Timmins @PMCT12
Just back from watching #KingLear in Belfast. Excellent rendition of a complex play. Thank you Globe
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Great #KingLear from @The_Globe, performed with such clarity & brought out lots of humour while building to moving conclusion. #GlobeLive
Ruby Isla Cera Marle @RubyIsla_CM
Watching @The_Globe stream of King Lear tonight was a wry, witty & tempestuous depiction of the strains of familial dynamics. 🎭😵☠️#GlobeLive
Nellie @NellieFayeCole
#KingLear - a beautifully layered production, bursting with emotion. hoping @The_Globe do more live broadcasts in the future!
Amy❤️ @amyy_victoria1
@exkevinmcnally and the cast of #KingLear were amazing tonight, loving @The_Globe for bringing it to screen😌
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