Shakespeare The Tragedy Of King Lear 1994

William Shakespeare

Read by John Gielgud

(5 stars; 4 reviews)

Shakespeare's The Tragedy of King Lear is a powerful adaptation celebrating Sir John Gielgud's 90th birthday. This co-production between BBC Radio 3 and the Renaissance Theatre Company utilizes the full folio text of the play.

The story follows King Lear as he divides his kingdom among two daughters who flatter him, while banishing the third who truly loves him. As Lear descends into madness, he wanders through a storm, ultimately leading to tragic consequences for him and his daughters.

Featuring a talented cast including Judi Dench, Emma Thompson, and Kenneth Branagh, this production is enriched with incidental music by Patrick Doyle and directed by Glyn Dearman.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.