Believe What You Will by Philip Massinger.
A Middle Eastern leader comes out of hiding to reclaim his identity. Denied of his crown and denounced by the Roman Empire, he flees for his life. Rome pursues, threatening any country he turns to with sanctions, violence and conquest. Which sovereign state will defy the Roman Empire?
This production is directed by Josie Rourke in her RSC debut. Her previous theatre credits include World Music, Frame 312 (Donmar Warehouse), Kick For Touch (Peter Gill Festival, Crucible Theatre Sheffield), Crazyblackmuthafuckin'self and Children's Day ( Royal Court) and Romeo and Juliet (Liverpool Playhouse).
Believe What You Will runs at the Trafalgar Studios, London from the 31 January - 11 February 2006.
Running time
Approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes including an interval of 20 minutes.
