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.

Credits

Robin LoughDirector

Simon Russell BealeLear, King of Britain

Kate FleetwoodGoneril

Anna Maxwell MartinRegan

Olivia VinallCordelia