National Theatre Live: King Lear

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.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:

Drama

Duration:

205 minutes

Year:

2014

Director:

Robin Lough

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Company:

National Theatre

Cast:

Lear, King of Britain

Goneril

Regan

Cordelia

The Duke of Albany

Crew:

Theatre Play

Music

Stage Director

Director