Richard III
Headlong return with their take on Shakespeare's ruthless car park King
Richard III
What do I fear? Myself?
Richard III
Headlong return with their take on Shakespeare's ruthless car park King
Why see Richard III?
A Revelatory new production
Celebrated for their fresh approach and commitment to fostering the best young talents in theatre, Headlong are back this year with their take on Shakespeare's re-telling of the machinations of Richard III, the last reigning monarch of the House of York, and his bloodied path to the crown. Starring Tom Mothersdale as everyone's favourite car park King, let the innovative company plunge you into a world of deceit, manipulation, patricide, war, and did we mention blood?
Richard III was written around 1593 and through the ages, has come to be regarded as one of the Bard's finest plays. Whilst its accuracy is up for debate, it is a masterpiece in its depiction of one man on a singular and ruthless mission to gain power, and how not even familial ties, youth, love or kindness will stop him.
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Reviews
Customer reviews
Wendy K.
Brilliant interpretation
The mixed genres (Shakespeare with a little punk and jazz on the side) build together harmoniously, and the casting adds another dimension of meaning to this portrait of a villain. Loved it! ... Read more
Annie Dev
Powerful and gripping
Was there last night. Paid full price and was not disappointed. Kevin Spacey is in a class of his own. How often do you get the whole house giving a standing ovation?
Can't understand the earlier poor reviews. This is not a play I know intimately but followed everything with ease. The performance was gripping; Kevin Spacey's sheer force and energy were amazing. ... Read more
Mrs P
Richard III
I saw this last night. Fabulous. I've seen Jude Law, Patrick Stewart and Derek Jacobi all doing Shakespeare, BUT last night? WOW. Amazing and Shakespeare so well done. No over acting here just speechless really. I know my history and I know my Shakespeare. Sam Mendes has cleverly interpreted Shakespeares villanous take on Richard III (which history tells us is incorrect) and the use of propaganda and murder to get what he wants but adding the final twist of facing your ultimate critic; God and your consience. Marvellous. Gemma Jones as Queen Margaret was great too, as was the chap who played Hastins. ... Read more
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