King Lear (Kevin McNally) decides to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters, but fails to anticipate the consequences of his actions. His generosity is cruelly repaid. As he comes to realise the false values by whch he has lived, he finally encounters his own humaity. Broadcast live to cinemas from the iconic Shakespeare's Globe, this brand new retelling of one of the Bard's greatest plays will capture your heart on September 21.

King Lear: Live from Shakespeare's Globe

In the Globe Theatre, Director Ola Ince debuts in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse with Shakespeare’s confronting look at the destructive impact of institutional racism, toxic masculinity, and a justice system locked in a vicious cycle of self-fulfilling prophecy.