First published in the early 17th century, "King Lear" tells the story of a crumbling monarchy and a family torn apart by betrayal, power struggles and hunger for the throne. Agence France-Presse ...

In the final act, Lear, broken by betrayal, regains clarity before his death. "In one scene, Lear calls on those in power to expose themselves to the suffering of the poor in order to build a more ...

In the final act, Lear, broken by betrayal, regains clarity before his death. "In one scene, Lear calls on those in power to expose themselves to the suffering of the poor in order to build a more ...

By Felix Glanville, Second Year History Toby Hocking and Rhona McRae bravely take on one of Shakespeare's most dramatic tragedies with great confidence, as their highly talented cast demonstrated the ...

At two hours with no intermission, this stunning Branagh-helmed and -starring production is, in the best possible way, “King Lear’s” greatest hits. Tim Teeman Senior Editor and Writer ...

‘King Lear’ Review: Kenneth Branagh’s Empty Shakespeare Epic The British actor stars in and co-directs this brisk, emotionally vacuous production of the towering drama at the Shed.

“See better, Lear,” says Kent, and as the old king dies, cradling his dead child, he finally does see. It’s a mystical death, a moment of preternatural vision followed by a departure.

Photos: Collected Renowned Bengali actor, musician, and filmmaker Anjan Dutt is stepping off the stage with his upcoming play "Aro Ekta Lear" (Another Lear), inspired by Shakespeare's "King Lear".

Although ‘Aro Ekta Lear’ is set to be Anjan Dutt’s final act on stage, the artist assured that he was not quitting the performative arts. Dutt said, “I think it's time I step back from the ...

When it comes to theatrical productions, if not life in general, there’s something to be said for the principle of “less is more”. In the theatre, simplicity can make a text shine. It can sharpen the ...