Ian McKellen Presents One-Man Show, A KNIGHT IN HARMAN HALL, 10/29

The Shakespeare Theatre Company will present a one-night-only performance of Sir Ian McKellen's one-man show A KNIGHT IN HARMAN HALL on October 29. This benefit performance follows Sir Ian's acceptance of the William Shakespeare Award for Classical Theatre as part of the Harman Center for the Arts Annual Gala on Sunday, October 25.

This solo performance weaves together stories of his early experiences in the theatre, his advocacy of GLBT rights and his more recent world-wide acclaim and film celebrity. This presentation is a rare opportunity to hear the personal and heartfelt story of one of the most well respected living actors of stage and screen.

Sir Ian McKellen has appeared on Broadway in Dance of Death, Ian McKellen: A Knight Out at the Lyceum, Wild Honey, Ian KcKennel: Acting Shakespeare, Amadeus, and The Promise. Long known as a Shakespearean actor with the U.K.'s National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company, amongst other high profile establishments. He has appeared in over 250 productions, garnering multiple Tony and Olivier Awards. In 1979 he was awarded the Commander of the British Empire for his services to drama. He has recently attracted wider fame and attention for his portrayal as Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings trilogy and as well as for his role as Magneto in the popular X-Men films. 

Tickets for this perforance range from $95-$250 and are available through Shakespeare Company. To purchase, or for more information, call 202-547-1122 or visit ShakespeareTheatre.org.

Proceeds from this performance benefit the Free For All and the artistic programs of the Shakespeare Theatre Company.