Richard III
Ralph Fiennes and Vanessa Redgrave do battle in Shakespeare's classic history
Richard III
A peaceful England. Family. Small children. But obstacles can be overcome.
Richard III
Ralph Fiennes and Vanessa Redgrave do battle in Shakespeare's classic history
Why see Richard III?
now is the winter...
The mercurial Ralph Fiennes returns to the Almeida for the first time in 16 years to do battle as the notoriously villainous monarch alongside bonafide acting legend Vanessa Redgrave as Queen Margaret, marking her debut at the venue.
THE cOUNTDOWN TO THE CROWN
The crippled yet ruthlessly ambitious Richard is a wicked man, full of mischief, murder and betrayal, as he works his way up the ladder of royal power; Redgrave appears as a tortured, ageing and tragic Margaret of Anjou who is abused at his hands as a "withered hag" (delightful!). The steady stream of murder and lust for power lead to an epic confrontation on the battlefield at Bosworth, where his incredible hubris finally leaves him cold.
Did you know?
The acting dynasty that is the Redgraves receives another connection with Vanessa's portrayal of Margeret, the part recently played by her daughter Joely Richardson in Trevor Nunn's War of the Roses cycle at Hampstead.
Cast
Ralph Fiennes as Richard III
Vanessa Redgrave as Queen Margaret
David Annen
Tom Canton
James Garnon
Mark Hadfield
Scott Handy
Finbar Lynch
Aislin McGuskin
Joseph Mydell
Joshua Riley
Lukas Rolfe
Joanna Vanderham
Creative
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Rupert Goold
Design by Hildegard Bechtler
Lighting by Jon Clark
Costume by Jon Morrell
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
Kevin Stewart
Brilliant
My wife and I saw this last night. This is theatre at it's very very best....something to die for. Spacey is magnificient. His magnetism, dynamism and sheer acting ability holds the audience spellbound.He will certainly be known as one of the greats. The supporting cast are excellent and play a big part in what will undoubtedly be the Shakespeare production of the year. Extremely well produced and directed with verve and imagination. If you can get a ticket don't miss it....A standing ovation at the end says it all... ... 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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