Glenda Jackson, just coming off her run in Three Tall Women on Broadway, has already set the date of her return. Jackson will appear as the title character in King Lear in the play's Broadway run next year. Jackson is no stranger to this role, playing it previously in 2016 at London's more...
Russell Harvard, who played the Duke of Cornwall opposite Glenda Jackson in Sam Gold's landmark Broadway production of "King Lear," is a trailblazing veteran of the NY stage with a history of standout performances and critical acclaim. more...
Jane Houdyshell, who has an illustrious career with a Tony Award for The Humans and multiple Tony nominations, previously graced the stage in Broadway's King Lear. more...
Glenda Jackson, who returned to the stage in 2016 to take on the role of King Lear at the Old Vic after a 25-year hiatus from acting, passed away in June 2023 at the age of 87. more...
Dion Johnstone, a seasoned actor with a rich background in Shakespearean theatre, brought his extensive experience from nine seasons at Canada's Stratford Festival to the stage in past productions of King Lear. more...
Elizabeth Marvel, trained at Juilliard, has an impressive Off-Broadway resume, including a notable performance in King Lear with the New York Shakespeare Festival. more...
Pedro Pascal made his Broadway debut as Edmund in the 2019 adaptation of King Lear, following his rise to international stardom with roles in acclaimed series like Game of Thrones and The Mandalorian. more...
John Douglas Thompson, renowned for his powerful performances both on Broadway and Off-Broadway, brought his award-winning talent to the stage in King Lear. more...
Awards and Nominations
2019 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Ruth Wilson was nominated but did not win.
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Play: Glenda Jackson was nominated but did not win.
2019 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Ruth Wilson was nominated but did not win.
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