Think about: The inclusion of the scene where Horatio informs Gertrude of Claudius plotting has an interesting impact on her final scene. Claudius warns her not to drink from the poisoned cup. She answers: 'I will, my lord'. Armed with this production's extra piece of knowledge this sounds determined. Is she daring her husband to let her die? Is this a willing act of suicide to protect her son and leave the way clear for him to remove Claudius with no fear for her safety?
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