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Shakespeare drew on a number of sources to write King Lear, but every version except his ends happily. Nahum Tate, who was appointed Poet Laureate in 1642, re-wrote a number of Shakespeare's plays to provide them with happy endings. In his 1681 version of King Lear, Cordelia survived to marry Edgar, caring for her elderly father until his death ...
Dec 25, 2008 · King Lear: Directed by Trevor Nunn. With Ian McKellen, William Gaunt, Philip Winchester, Ben Meyjes. Sir Ian McKellen gives a tour-de-force performance as Shakespeare's tragic monarch, in this special television adaptation of the Royal Shakespeare Company production of one of the playwright's most enduring and haunting works.
Jul 17, 2011 · The Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of “King Lear,” directed by David Farr, can be strongly recommended for hypersensitive souls.
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Apr 3, 2018 · Gregory Doran's outstanding production of King Lear, with Antony Sher in the title role, returns to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from 23 May for a limited r...
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Sep 5, 2016 · King Lear has ruled for many years and as age begins to overtake him, he divides his kingdom amongst his children. But vanity clouds his judgement and soon h...
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