Two ageing fathers - one a King, one his courtier - reject the children who truly love them. Their blindness unleashes a tornado of pitiless ambition and treachery as family and state are plunged into a violent power struggle with shocking ends. Tender, brutal, moving and epic, King Lear is considered more...
Kirsty Bushell, known for her roles in EastEnders, Life Isn't All Ha Ha Hee Hee, and Really, delivered a compelling performance in King Lear. more...
Lloyd Hutchinson, who has an extensive theatre background with notable performances for the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, brought his seasoned expertise to the cast of "King Lear." more...
Ian McKellen, renowned for his iconic roles as Magneto and Gandalf, has also triumphed in Shakespearean theatre, most recently captivating audiences as King Lear. more...
Caleb Roberts made a notable professional debut as The King of France opposite Sir Ian McKellen in King Lear at the Chichester Festival Theatre and the West End. more...
Luke Thompson, an English actor acclaimed for his stage performances, previously graced the West End in productions such as King Lear, earning nominations for prestigious awards like the Evening Standard and Ian Charleson. more...
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