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RSC Live: King Lear (2016)
Director: Gregory Doran
Cast: Antony Sher, Nia Gwynne, Kelly Williams, Natalie Simpson
Runtime180 min
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King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him, he decides to divide his kingdom amongst his children, living out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging his children’s loyalty and finding himself alone in the wilderness, he is left to confront the mistakes of a life that has brought him to this point. Antony Sher plays King Lear, one of the greatest parts written by Shakespeare in this, one of Shakespeare’s most epic and powerful plays.
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Fans of Shakespearean drama and powerhouse performances will be enthralled by Antony Sher's nuanced portrayal of the iconic King Lear in this 2016 production directed by acclaimed director Gregory Doran.