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King Lear
Citizens Company
A profound exploration of the human condition and Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy. Celebrated film, TV and stage actor David Hayman returns to the Citizens in the title role, 33 years after his last appearance here.
“I am a man,
More sinn’d against than sinning”
The ageing King decides to step down from the throne and divide his estate between his three daughters.
Deceived by false promises and rejecting his one faithful daughter, Lear’s former kingdom spirals into chaos as he is driven to madness by the cruel treatment of his own family.
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Betrayal | King Lear | Krapp’s Last Tape/Footfalls
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KING LEAR TALKS
DIRECTOR’S NOTES
With Artistic Director
Dominic Hill
Thu 10 May, 5.30pm
Ever wondered how a play is put on stage? Fascinating insights into casting, rehearsal, design, lighting and costume.
THE MECHANICS OF THE STAGE
Wed 2 May, 5.30pm
An informal look at how lighting and sound are used in King Lear and why they are integral parts of every production.
MUSIC AND TRAGEDY
Fri 27 April, 5.30pm
Musical Director Paddy Cuneen discusses how he approached creating the musical landscape for this most powerful of tragedies.
David Hayman as King Lear, in Shakespeare’s greatest play.
- 20 Apr 2012 to 12 May 2012
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2012-04-20 07:30 PM (P)
2012-04-21 07:30 PM (P)
2012-04-24 07:30 PM (P)
2012-04-25 07:30 PM
2012-04-26 07:30 PM
2012-04-27 07:30 PM
2012-04-28 07:30 PM
2012-05-01 07:30 PM
2012-05-02 07:30 PM (A)(S)
2012-05-03 07:30 PM
2012-05-04 07:30 PM
2012-05-05 01:30 PM
2012-05-05 07:30 PM
2012-05-08 07:30 PM
2012-05-09 07:30 PM
2012-05-10 07:30 PM (C)
2012-05-11 07:30 PM
2012-05-12 07:30 PM
Dates
Main Theatre
Prices
£12-£19 (concessions available)
Previews £6 | Tuesdays £10
Unemployed & Gorbals Card £2
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Previews 20, 21 & 24 Apr 
Audio Described 2 May, 7.30pm
Signed 2 May, 7.30pm
Captioned 3 May, 7.30pm
Wheelchair Access
Guide Dogs welcome
Induction LoopEDUCATION
Find out about the four King Lear workshops on offer for secondary students.More info
Cast and Creative Team >
CAST
Karl Collins - Cornwall
George Costigan - Gloucester
Tony Cownie - Oswald
Ewan Donald - Edgar
David Hayman - King Lear
Paul Higgins - Kent
Kieran Hill - Edmund
Kathryn Howden - Goneril
Lynn Kennedy - Cordelia
Shauna Macdonald - Regan
Neil McKinven - Albany
Owen Whitelaw - Fool
Plus Ensemble
CREATIVE TEAM
Dominic Hill - Director
Tom Piper - Designer
Ben Omerod - Lighting Design
Paddy Cunneen - Music
Richard Lavery – Assistant Director
Renny Krupinski – Fight Director
Comments
Jack Chambers ★★★★★
22nd February 2012
I am eighteen years old and would like more information on joining the Sunday afternoon session. Many thanks Jack
andrew ★★★★★
17th February 2012
really amazing dont want to spoil it but really good and great effects and magic loved this one more thing does anyone know how they got the prob and them into the wardrobe
George Weir ★★★★★
17th February 2012
Beautifully staged, excellent performances. Fun and fear in equally generous measures.
Helen ★★★★★
15th February 2012
Hi Deborah, I'm afraid this was a one off and there is no tour planned. There are no current plans to re-stage this production.
deborah boyle ★★★★★
14th February 2012
Hi there my sons reading the book in school would b good to bring him to a performance are u anywhere else in glasgow as missed the citizens thanks deborah x
Helen ★★★★★
14th February 2012
Hi Mary, Yes the cast list was added today. Click on the drop down "Cast and Creative Team" link for the full list of credits.
mary magowan ★★★★★
14th February 2012
Have the daughters been cast in this production yet?
Mary Goodwin ★★★★★
9th February 2012
A beautiful piece of theatre. Enjoyed every minute.
Jan Gillon ★★★★★
7th February 2012
Lovesong tonight : Absolutely beautiful to watch. Ive never before seen theatre so touching and that keeps the emotion right up there from start to end.
Janette Cochran Gervaise ★★★★★
5th February 2012
I thoroughly enjoyed the production of the "Divided City" and the positive message it portrayed. It highlighted the importance of seeing the person and being tollerant and accepting of differences. I am a Staff Nurse in a High Dependency Unit that has to deal, all too often, with the victims of racial and sectarian violence. I believe that lives will be saved by educating the young in this way.
Mary Gallagher ★★★★★
5th February 2012
I’m sorry I missed this play at the Citizen’s Theatre last week. Are there any plans to stage another production as I’d love to see it.I believe it was a great show.
Transitus S High School of Glasgow ★★★★★
3rd February 2012
We saw the play last night and thought it was exhilarating! The cast were superb, particularly the Joes and Grahams! The fact the cast were only slightly older than us made it very impressive. This is a well rehearsed and amazing production, and we would advise anyone who cares about sectarianism in Glasgow to go and see it, to learn more about it.
vickram singh ★★★★★
2nd February 2012
neve mcintosh is so cute
Helen ★★★★★
30th January 2012
It looks like there may be availability in the Sunday class, but please call the Box Office on 0141 429 0022 for up to date availability.
Helen ★★★★★
30th January 2012
There is no age limit to attendance, however, we do recommend that it's for people aged 9+.
Rhona Black ★★★★★
29th January 2012
Do you have any availabilty for Sat or Sun classes for my fourteen year old daughter? She has attended drama classes at the CCA and RSAMD but we are looking for an alternative to broaden her experience. Many thanks
courtney ★★★★★
28th January 2012
hi i was just wundering how old do you have to be to get into the play xxx
billy little ★★★★★
27th January 2012
I do want to see this !!
Helen ★★★★★
25th January 2012
Hi AM, just realised our response to this never posted. Since the design isn't yet finalsied we can't say for sure, but all indications so far are that it will be reasonably traditional. We doubt there'll be any hoodies and jeans!
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DAVID HAYMAN
David started his career at the Citizens with many seminal performances including Hamlet in 1975 and Lady Macbeth in 1979. Well-known as DCS Walker from ITV’s Trial And Retribution, he has been a familiar face on screen for over 30 years including film appearances supporting Pierce Brosnan in The Tailor of Panama, Bruce Willis in The Jackal and Kevin Spacey in Ordinary Decent Criminal. He famously played the part of former Glasgow gangster and Barlinnie convict Jimmy Boyle in the film, A Sense of Freedom. In 1992 he was awarded the City of Glasgow Gold Medal for outstanding services to the performing arts.
Helen ★★★★★
22nd February 2012
Hi Jack, What kind of info would you like? If you call Box Office on 0141 429 0022 they may be answer your queries.