William Shakespeare King Lear RTÉ Radio
William Shakespeare
The Sunday Playhouse presents a captivating production of King Lear that aired on RTÉ Radio 1. This adaptation features a distinctly Beckettian feel, bringing together a talented cast including Alan Stanford as King Lear, Stephen Brennan as Kent, and Johnny Murphy as the Fool.
The King's formidable daughters, Goneril, Regan, and Cordelia, are portrayed by Derbhle Crotty, Ann Marie Horan, and Dawn Bradfield. Additionally, Rory Keenan shines as the Bastard Edmund, while Michael Grennell plays his wronged brother Edgar. This star-studded cast makes this production essential listening for students and lovers of Shakespeare, as well as anyone interested in the limitless possibilities of radio drama.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.