Performance | Richard II

Richard II

A production of the National Theatre’s 1995 production of Richard II directed by Deborah Warner with Fiona Shaw in the title role. It was re-staged for television and was notable for having an actress playing the King.

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Licence: ERA Licence required

Content
  • Type: Plays
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Duration: 2'07'24''
  • Broadcast date: 1997
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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