LEAR

Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh with further dates to be announced.

5 Jun - 7 Jun | Edinburgh

Overview

Man. Father. Fool.  

In this dark and claustrophobic world, Lear is the all-powerful patriarch, but he is also his own fool. Being a fool is one thing. Having power and being a fool is quite another. What happens when the power we hold is taken away?  

“Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks!  Rage, blow!"

This contemporary re-imagining of Shakespeare’s King Lear will bring together Ramesh Meyyappan’s fearless, visual storytelling with director Orla O’Loughlin and a cast of four. The work will touch on the universal themes of escalating madness, loss of power, betrayal and trust - explored with empathy and a deep understanding of the human condition.

Raw Material in association with National Theatre of Scotland. Commissioned By Singapore International Festival Of Arts

Creative team