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King Lear | Stage Door Society

King Lear

William Shakespeare

Theatre·Premiered 1606·Libretto by William Shakespeare·tragedy · shakespeare

Synopsis

An aging king divides his kingdom among his daughters based on their flattery, with catastrophic results.

Most frequently performed at

National Theatre
3 appearances · last in 2020
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
2 appearances · last in 2026
Wyndham's Theatre
1 appearance · last in 2026

Where to Watch

🇺🇸 United States·

Recorded Performances

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