Richard II
Synopsis
Beset by problems at home and abroad, a capricious king is forced to relinquish his ‘hollow crown’. As his supporters abandon him and his power trickles away, Richard reflects with startling eloquence on the disintegration of his status and identity. Adjoa Andoh and Lynette Linton direct the first ever company of women of colour in a Shakespeare play on a major UK stage, in a post-Empire reflection on what it means to be British in the light of the Windrush anniversary and as we leave the European Union.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynette Linton, Adjoa Andoh
- Original Title
- Richard II
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 31m
- Production Studios
- Shakespeare's Globe
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynette Linton, Adjoa Andoh
Joseph Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Johnson
Editor
Lynette Linton
Director
Adjoa Andoh
Director
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What is Richard II about?
Beset by problems at home and abroad, a capricious king is forced to relinquish his ‘hollow crown’. As his supporters abandon him and his power trickles away, Richard reflects with startling eloquence on the disintegration of his status and identity. Adjoa Andoh and Lynette Linton direct the first ever company of women of colour in a Shakespeare play on a major UK stage, in a post-Empire reflection on what it means to be British in the light of the Windrush anniversary and as we leave the European Union.
Who directed Richard II?
Richard II was directed by Lynette Linton, Adjoa Andoh.
Who stars in Richard II?
The principal cast of Richard II includes Adjoa Andoh, Nicholle Cherrie, Doña Croll, Ayesha Dharker, Leila Farzad.
When was Richard II released and how long is it?
Richard II was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 2h 31m.