by William Shakespeare

Co-produced by Cheek by Jowl and Théãtre du Nord (Théãtre National Lille Tourcoing Région Nord Pas-de-Calais and Lille 2004). In association with Odeon-Théãtre de l'Europe Paris.

"One of the most thrilling, emotionally shattering productions you are ever likely to witness" Daily Telegraph

"Thrilling... magnificent... the greatest account of this towering role since Olivier." Sunday Times

World premiere 13 March 2004 Théãtre l'Idéal, Théãtre du Nord Lille
London run November 10 - December 4 2004 Riverside Studios
Run time 2hrs 45mins plus one interval