Hamlet
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Starring Benedict Shaw (Boat Story BBC, The Syndicate, Emmerdale) and directed by award-winning Richard Cheshire, The Bard’s twisty tale of madness, murder and revenge is one of his best-loved plays.
Hamlet returns home from university to find that, not only is his father newly dead, but that his mother, Gertrude, has quickly married his father’s brother, Claudius, who is now king.
The royal turmoil has led to threats of invasion and one night soon afterwards, the ghost of Hamlet’s father appears to him, accusing Claudius of his murder and urging Hamlet to revenge.
But how will Hamlet succeed? Thus begins a tale of madness, betrayal and revenge that threatens to destroy both kingdom and family.
Burnished with William Shakespeare’s most-quoted lines, this is a production that brings to life some of the most famous characters in history.
In keeping with the very best traditions of Stafford Shakespeare, it seeks to present one of The Bard’s best-loved plays in a fast-paced and accessible way to suit modern audiences.
Stafford Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford
£28.50-£34