King Lear
For ardent fans of Ian McKellen,
here is a great opportunity to enjoy his acting prowess in one of the
mesmerizing and classic works of
Shakespeare! The legendary characters will be a complete treat for theatre
lovers. Jonathan Munby’s critically-acclaimed spectacular production of
Shakespeare’s classic tragic drama is all set for its exciting run at the Duke
of York’s Theatre! The show also enjoyed a sensational and blockbuster sold-out
season at Chichester Festival Theatre. Ian McKellen will return as King Lear in
the West End adaptation for just 100 performances.
Duke of York’s Theatre will host
the classic saga King Lear, one of the popular works of William Shakespeare!
The story is about two fathers who favours their overly ambitious children and reject
who love them truly. The legendary actor, Ian McKellen is all set to mark his
return to the stage in the lead role. He has recently made brilliant West End
appearance being No Man’s Land at Wyndham’s Theatre. The wonderful actor is known
for some great movies such as the X-Men series, Lord of the Rings, The Dresser
and Mr Holmes.
Some of his great works include
Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, Richard II and Richard III etc. The show will marks
his anniversary of London West End debut, with the premiere of 1964 production
of A Scent of Flowers at the same venue. Under the superb direction of Jonathan Munby, King
Lear will be a magnificent theatrical treat. He also has upcoming new
production of Bryony Lavery’s Frozen at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
King Lear has brilliant creative
team which comprises of designer Paul Wills, with lighting by Oliver Fenwick,
music and sound design by Ben and Max Ringham, movement by Lucy Cullingford and
fight direction by Kate Water. The epic tragic saga, King Lear will run at the
Duke of York’s Theatre for limited season. The show will start running from
July 26th to November 3rd 2018, whereas previews will commence from July 11th
2018.