"A fantastic performance from William Mannering as Richard III" LondonTheatre1.com
"Now is the winter of our discontent, made glorious summer by this sun of York."
Shakespeare's portrayal of Richard III has strongly influenced Richard's reputation as one of the most colourful villains in British history. He is intelligent, engaging, gleeful and treacherous.
The Duke of Gloucester (the future Richard III) has his eyes firmly fixed on the crown, and will stop at nothing to achieve his aim. One by one he eliminates the obstacles that stand between him and the throne, including his two young nephews, who are murdered in the Tower of London.
But his tyranny does not go unopposed. The Earl of Richmond arrives from France to challenge him at the Battle of Bosworth Field. The night before the battle, the ghosts of all Richard's victims appear to him in a dream, forcing him to face his demons...
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Important Information
BOOKING PERIOD: Season runs Monday 8 July - Saturday 7 September
RUNNING TIME: Approx. 2.5 hours with one 20 minute interval
AGE RESTRICTIONS: suitable for those 10 and up, at the parents/guardian's discretion. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Babes in arms will not be permitted.
VENUE: SHAKESPEARE'S ROSE THEATRE AT BLENHEIM PALACE, WOODSTOCK, OXFORDSHIRE