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National Theatre Live: King Lear

69% | May 01, 2014 | Drama

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.

Featured Crew

William Shakespeare
Theatre Play
Paddy Cunneen
Music

Cast

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Simon Russell Beale
Lear, King of Britain
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Olivia Vinall
Cordelia
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Richard Clothier
The Duke of Albany

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