Richard III (Rose Theatre Kingston) London Reviews and Tickets

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About the Show

Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton) directs and stars as Shakespeare’s iconic antihero.

A tale of deceit and manipulation, Shakespeare's 'Richard III' charts the rise of Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who will do anything to become King - including murdering anyone who gets in his way.

Using her lived experiences, 'Bridgerton' star Adjoa Andoh is set to use Richard III to explore how ascribing evil via a person's physical appearance can wear away at a person's soul.

Critic Reviews (5)

"This may not be a perfect production, but it is fascinating to see Adjoa Andoh's unique take on one of Shakespeare's most notorious villains."
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"There is plenty of welcome humour woven into the piece, but an overemphasis on physical comedy, song and dance breaks occasionally distracts from the high tragedy we are witnessing."
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"It feels like this one needs more time in the rehearsal room because, on paper, it is glisteningly promising. But in its current state, it is Shakespeare in disarray."
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“Fans of Shakespeare’s writing may still enjoy this production, as the script mostly remains true to the original, but those hoping for a brave new imagining may feel let down – those who aren’t fans of The Bard, and who know little of Richard’s history, may well leave feeling baffled.”
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"Maddening love, powerful depictions of pain and anger, speeches like perfect trains of thought, that poetic pace which quickens as the prospect of danger comes nearer. It’s all there."
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