National Theatre Live: King Lear

National Theatre Live: King Lear

7.1 | 2014-05-01 | Drama

An aged king decides to divide his kingdom between his three daughters, according to which of them is most eloquent in praising him. His favourite, Cordelia, says nothing. Simon Russell Beale, whose recent appearances at the National include Timon of Athens and Collaborators, takes the title role in Shakespeare’s tragedy.

Featured Crew

William Shakespeare Theatre Play
Paddy Cunneen Music
Sam Mendes Stage Director
Robin Lough Director

Cast

Simon Russell Beale
Simon Russell Beale
Lear, King of Britain
Olivia Vinall
Olivia Vinall
Cordelia
Richard Clothier
Richard Clothier
The Duke of Albany
Michael Nardone
Michael Nardone
The Duke of Cornwall
Stephen Boxer
Stephen Boxer
The Earl of Gloucester
Stanley Townsend
Stanley Townsend
The Earl of Kent

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