Jessica Revell

Review Roundup: Kenneth Branagh's KING LEAR Opens in the West End. What Did the Critics Think?

Kenneth Branagh returns to the West End to direct and play the title role in William Shakespeare’s KING LEAR, for 50 performances only. Completing the cast is a company of RADA graduates.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company's KING LEAR

Images have been released from inside the rehearsal room for The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s King Lear. Check out the photos here.

Full Cast and Creative Team Revealed For The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company's KING LEAR

Full cast and creative team has been announced for the production which will open in previews at Wyndham’s Theatre on 21 October, with a press night on 31 October. The final performance in London will be on 9 December. In autumn 2024 the production will transfer to The Shed’s Griffin Theater in New York.