Richard III

Pushing the boundaries of Shakespearean performance, Brite Theater have re-imagined Richard III as a one-woman show. The fourth wall has been utterly obliterated as you the audience take on the roles of all the other characters at Richard's party in this intimate, exciting and moving production. Let Richard entertain you...but will you survive?

Touring internationally and throughout the UK since May 2015, this electric and innovative adaptation of Shakespeare's classic has thrilled audiences and reviewers alike. From winning all three awards at Prague Fringe 2015 to selling out shows at Edinburgh Fringe, this 'immersive' and 'captivating' performance just keeps on attracting attention and esteem. It's more than a one-person show, it's an opportunity for the audience to be part of Richard's court.

'I have seen several performances of Richard III; Laurence Olivier and Ian McKellen on film, and Kevin Spacey at the Old Vic, but Emily Carding’s portrayal of the king who murders his way to the English throne is in a league of its own. [...]  ​This innovative, daring re-imaging of the text means that the sense of danger as Richard’s schemes escalate, the sense of fear as we find ourselves to be pawns in his game, these feelings are physical, personal, palpable.'' ★★★★★ Catriona Scott, Broadway Baby

'This production blew me away. ... The power of Shakespeare’s poetry is on full display here, making Richard’s every line a tribute to his toxic brilliance. ... This performance is a masterpiece.  See it.' Michael Calcott, Fringey Bits

'Emily Carding’s powerful performance as the king in one of the Bard’s bloodiest plays is staggering ... You don’t need to know any Shakespeare to realize this show is electric.' André Crous,  Prague Post

'Somehow, with the most minimal of materials, this show is complete theatre.' Joan Kane, FringeReview

Adaptation by Kolbrun Bjort Sigfusdottir and Emily Carding
Direction by Kolbrun Bjort Sigfusdottir
Starring Emily Carding
​A Brite Theater Production

Monday 13 March 2017 - 7.30pm
Tickets : £12.50
Recommended age : 12+ (contains adult themes)
1 hour performance followed by an opportunity to discuss the show with performer Emily Carding.