Royal Shakespeare Company, directed by Gregory Doran.
The pride of Shakespeare's great Roman hero Coriolanus brings about his own downfall in a gripping play that unfolds as both a political and personal tragedy.
William Houston takes the title role following his acclaimed performances as Sejanus in the 2005 Gunpowder Season and as Henry V in 2000.
Honorary Associate Artist Janet Suzman makes a welcome return to play Volumnia, one of Shakespeare's strongest female roles. This follows her previous role as Director of Hamlet earlier in the Festival. She last appeared with the RSC in The Hollow Crown in 2003
Coriolanus runs at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon from 22 February - 31 March 2007.
Running time
The running time for Coriolanus is 3 hours including an interval of 20 mins.
Access performances
Assisted performances on 17 March, 20 March, 24 March.
