A MAD WORLD OF MAD KINGS, TEETERING ON THE BRINK OF DISASTER
Richard the Lionheart is dead. His brother John is King of England. Threatened from all sides by Europe, the English noblemen and even his own family, King John will stop at nothing to keep hold of his crown.
Shakespeare’s rarely performed tale of a nation in turmoil vibrates with modern resonance in this vivid new production by Director Eleanor Rhode in her debut at the RSC.
“Director Eleanor Rhodes’ version is bombastic, stylish and stylised, an impressive visual spectacle grounded by some solid performances.” – The Stage ★★★★
“The vigorous modernity and visual grandeur, coupled with an ensemble of strength and perceptiveness, make this a highly recommended interpretation of one of the Bard’s lesser-performed works.” – WhatsOnStage ★★★★
Please be aware that this production contains a food fight onstage and you may not escape if you are sat on the front rows!
