About the Show

A world ensnared by ambition, deception, and charm awaits in Shakespeare's Richard III.

As Richard tastes the allure of the throne, he sets in motion a cascade of villainous events, threatening all in his path. With audacious charm and self-serving plots, he weaves a narrative where deception and destruction loom large, captivating audiences in this dark exploration of power.

In a landscape dominated by a pathological narcissist, the play unravels a tale where murderous acts and irresistible charisma collide.

Critic Reviews (10)

"Michelle Terry is a brash and predatory king in this darkly comic production"
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"Bizarre pacing choices and gabbled lines undermine the production"
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"a fast-paced study of toxic masculinity with an almost entirely female cast"
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"...tale of murder and court intrigue as an indictment of toxic masculinity"
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"...doesn’t feel rounded enough to truly silence all the controversy around it"
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"Michelle Terry’s king is a shallow take on toxic men"
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"not a perfect production, but every time a question pops up, it seems to answer itself"
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"Elle While’s production goes at a pleasing lick, but underplays several crucial aspects."
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