In “Learwife,” J.R. Thorp explores the untold story of Lear’s queen, a tale rife with cruelty, betrayal and passion.

Theater & Dance This ‘King Lear’ might be the best our theater critic has ever seen Director Simon Godwin’s sleek production, with a consummate Patrick Page as the vain and foolish king, is ...

Now, that will happen July 31 through Aug. 17. This will be Burgler's first time directing the tragedy, in which she played Cordelia to her father Terry Burgler's Lear in 2010. In this story, King ...

“King Lear” is one of William Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies in that not only does it chronicle the downward spiral of a self-deceiving head of state and explore the ramifications of a messy regime ...

This production of “King Lear” shows how the stigma of mental illness is “washed away” when seen and experienced through the character’s eyes, Hawkridge said.

In Optimist Theatre's otherwise humdrum production of "King Lear," Jonathan Wainwright and Robert Spenser distinguish themselves.

“King Lear” and the purpose of tragedy in dark times Sir Kenneth Branagh’s bold new production asks you to laugh, cry—and act ...

The timeless tragedy, King Lear, is set to take center stage at the Resident Ensemble Players (REP) this April. Learn more about the upcoming production and see how to attend!

TV legend Norman Lear celebrated his 100th birthday Wednesday by making the media rounds and offering "a reflection on my first century." ...

Perhaps Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, King Lear is the story of an aging king, who, in demanding a show of devotion from his three daughters, leaves his kingdom divided, his family destroyed ...

The Saturday Symposium and Resident Ensemble Players are partnering together for King Lear. Join us for the day on April 19 and enjoy fascinating discussions, followed by a matinee performance of this ...

The Untold Story Of Jean-Luc Godard’s Misunderstood ‘King Lear’: Chuck Norris, A Deal Signed On A Napkin In Cannes & A Director Dressed As “A Rastafarian Christmas Tree” By Damon Wise ...