Richard III directed by Michael Boyd as part of the Histories Cycle.
'Conscience is but a word that cowards use, devised at first to keep the strong in awe'
The Duke of Gloucester plots and butchers his way to the throne, murdering his own young nephews in the Tower. But his reign is cut short on Bosworth Field, marking the end of England's slide towards chaos which began in Henry VI Part I.
The War of the Roses reaches its brutal climax with the advent of Shakespeare's most notorious monarch.
Richard III runs in repertoire at the Courtyard Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon from 16 February - 16 March 2008 before transferring to London.
Running time
The running time for Richard III is 3 hours and 20 minutes with an interval of 20 minutes.
Access performances
Assisted performance on 2 March.
The Director's view
Listen to an extract of Michael Boyd talking about his production of Richard III.
Additional information
The Histories transfer to the Roundhouse, London from 1 April - 25 May 2008.
Find out more about Shakespeare's Richard III.
The RSC Ensemble is generously supported by the GATSBY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION.
