King Lear
Synopsis
The once powerful King Lear chooses to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, and so begins one of Shakespeare’s most moving tragedies. At the crucial point of relinquishing his realm, Lear demands to know which of his daughters loves him the most. His ambitious older daughters answer with false praise and lavish flattery, however his youngest daughter, who does truly love him, answers with honesty. Wildly unsatisfied with her response, Lear’s rage sets in motion catastrophic consequences. Ultimately stripped of his privilege and its trappings, Lear must reckon with his own humanity.
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Christopher Lloyd
King Lear
Jonathan Epstein
Earl of Kent
Nigel Gore
Earl of Gloucester
Bryce Michael Wood
Edmund
MaConnia Chesser
Goneril
David Bertoldi
Duke of Albany / Oswald
Jennie M. Jadow
Regan
Ryan Winkles
Duke of Cornwall
Jasmine Cheri Rush
Cordelia
Nomè SiDone
King of France / Edgar
Devante Owens
Duke of Burgundy
Allyn Burrows
The Fool
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 2, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicole Ricciardi
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- King Lear
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Production Studios
- Shakespeare & Company, Shakespeare Theatre Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicole Ricciardi
William Shakespeare
Department Leadership Roster
Nicole Ricciardi
Director
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What is King Lear about?
The once powerful King Lear chooses to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, and so begins one of Shakespeare’s most moving tragedies. At the crucial point of relinquishing his realm, Lear demands to know which of his daughters loves him the most. His ambitious older daughters answer with false praise and lavish flattery, however his youngest daughter, who does truly love him, answers with honesty. Wildly unsatisfied with her response, Lear’s rage sets in motion catastrophic consequences. Ultimately stripped of his privilege and its trappings, Lear must reckon with his own humanity.
Who directed King Lear?
King Lear was directed by Nicole Ricciardi.
Who stars in King Lear?
The principal cast of King Lear includes Christopher Lloyd, Jonathan Epstein, Nigel Gore, Bryce Michael Wood, MaConnia Chesser.
When was King Lear released and how long is it?
King Lear was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 2h 45m.