Find out more about Shakespeare's Richard III as well as information on current and past productions of the play.
Plot synopsis
After years of civil unrest between the royal houses of York and Lancaster, Edward IV is undisputed king.
However, his brother Richard Duke of Gloucester plots to seize the throne for himself, removing anybody in his path, starting with their other brother George Duke of Clarence who is arrested for treason. Read more...
Watch video clips and scenes in rehearsals
Visit Exploring Shakespeare for an insight into the latest production, including a photo gallery, interviews with the cast, video clips from the play as well as clips from the rehearsal room. Read more...
Who's who - the characters
Family tree for the houses of Lancaster and York. Read more.
Meet the acting ensemble
The same group of group of actors, directors, designers have worked together over two years on eight of Shakespeare's history plays. Between them, the actors will be playing 264 roles across the plays. Come and meet them.
Online play guide
With a who's who and production history. Read more...
Digitised picture archive
See pictures from productions of Richard III throughout the centuries. See more...
Read or listen to the play in advance
The RSC Shop has recordings of the plays and copies of the play texts available to buy online.
