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Opened: July 26, 1973
Closing: August 26, 1973

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Giya Kancheli's Collection Of  SIMPLE MUSIC Set For Release April 2
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2021


On Friday, April 2, 2021, Steinway & Sons releases SIMPLE MUSIC, a complete recording of the rarely heard book of 33 miniatures from music for stage and screen by Georgia's legendary composer Giya Kancheli, performed and reimagined by two intrepid masters of their instruments: pianist Jenny Lin and accordion virtuoso Guy Klucevsek. 

24th Istanbul Theatre Festival to Meet Audiences on Stage and Screens in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2020


The 24th edition of the Istanbul Theatre Festival, organised by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) and sponsored by Koç Holding Energy Group Companies Aygaz, Opet and Tüpraş, will be held between 14 November and 1 December 2020 both on stage and online with a hybrid programme.

Wake Up With BWW 10/19: HAMILTON Cast Reunites For Biden, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2020


Today's top stories: original Hamilton cast members reunite for Joe Biden, behind the scenes of One Royal Holiday with Aaron Tveit and Laura Osnes, and more!

VIDEO: John Lithgow Talks About His Book 'Trumpty Dumpty'
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 1, 2020


Friend of the show and author of the new book 'Trumpty Dumpty Wanted a Crown,' John Lithgow, enlisted the help of famous friends to read excerpts to create shareable clips in place of a book tour.

Jason Robert Brown, Carolee Carmello, Chita Rivera & More Pay Tribute to Brent Carver
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2020


As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Tony Award winning actor Brent Carver has passed away at age 68. This evening, Carver's Broadway colleagues took to social media to celebrate his life and legacy.

Tony Award Winner Brent Carver Has Passed Away At Age 68
by Alan Henry - Aug 6, 2020


BroadwayWorld has learned that Tony Award winning actor Brent Carver has passed away at age 68. Born in 1951, the Canadian actor Brent Carver was a star of both stage and screen.

BWW Exclusive: THE BEATLES 101 GREATEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - Ranking the Best of John, Paul, George & Ringo (Including Their Solo Hits)
by Peter Nason - May 12, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest Beatles songs, including some of the fab four's solo works. They're all here: 'Twist and Shout,' 'In My Life,' 'Helter Skelter,' 'Imagine,' 'Something,' 'Maybe I'm Amazed,' 'Let It Be.' See if your favorites made the grade!

Papatango Theatre Company Announces Winning Monologues From ISOLATED BUT OPEN Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2020


Papatango Theatre Company today announced the ten winning monologues from their Isolated But Open - Voices From Across The Shutdown initiative. Filmed performances of the monologues are available now for free on Papatango's website (https://papatango.co.uk/isolated-but-open/), alongside the publication of each monologue as a free online PDF by Nick Hern Books.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest Television Episodes of All Time - from I LOVE LUCY to BETTER CALL SAUL
by Peter Nason - Apr 22, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best TV episodes from the 1950's to 2020; see if your favorites made the list!

Meet the Cast and Creative Team of MY NAME IS LUCY BARTON - Now in Previews on Broadway!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2020


My name is Lucy Barton is officially in previews on Broadway! Four-time Emmy winner, two-time Golden Globe winner, three-time Academy Award and four-time Tony nominee Laura Linney returns to Broadway in a haunting new solo play adapted by Rona Munro from the bestselling novel by Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth Strout.

VIDEO: John Lithgow Returns as Rudy Giuliani on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2019


John Lithgow returned to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night with his iconic impression of Rudy Giuliani.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At ALMOST FAMOUS At The Old Globe
by Alan Henry - Sep 26, 2019


BroadwayWorld has a first look at the The Old Globe's world premiere musical Almost Famous, with book and lyrics by Academy Award winner and San Diego native Cameron Crowe (films Jerry Maguire, Say Anythinga??, Fast Times at Ridgemont High).

KUNENE AND THE KING Comes To The West End's Ambassadors Theatre In 2020
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2019


John Kani's two-hander Kunene and the King will transfer to the Ambassadors Theatre, London for a strictly limited West End run from 24 January to 28 March 2020.

The Old Globe Extends ALMOST FAMOUS One Week
by Julie Musbach - Aug 28, 2019


Due to popular demand, The Old Globe announced today a one-week-only extensiona?"through Sunday, October 27a?"of Almost Famous, a world-premiere musical

Wake Up With BWW 5/9: PRETTY WOMAN Tour, Vanessa Carlton in BEAUTIFUL, and More!
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2019


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VIDEO: John Lithgow and Blythe Danner Star in THE TOMORROW MAN Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 28, 2019


John Lithgow is a man obsessed with the future. Blythe Danner is a woman trapped in the past. Together they have a chance to embrace the present. Watch the trailer for THE TOMORROW MAN below!

BWW Flashback: The History of KING LEAR
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2019


King Lear is making its triumphant return to Broadway, starring Glenda Jackson in a gender-swapped version of the title role. As we gear up for this revival, let's take a look back on some notable Lears past...

Richard Eyre Directs Penelope Wilton In Revival Of David Hare's THE BAY AT NICE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2019


The Menier Chocolate Factory today announces a major revival of David Hare's The Bay at Nice. Richard Eyre directs Martin Hutson, Ophelia Lovibond, David Rintoul and Penelope Wilton. The production opens on 19 March, with previews from 14 March, and runs until 4 May. Tickets go on sale to supporters of the Menier on 21 January, with public booking opening at 9am on 28 January.

S&Co Announce The Passing Of Beloved Founder Dennis Krausnick
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2018


 It is with deep sadness that Shakespeare & Company announces the passing of beloved Founder and Director of Training Dennis Krausnick, who has been a leader of the Company since its inception in 1978. There will be a Public Memorial Service held on June 24, 2019 at 1:00pm on the Shakespeare & Company campus in Lenox, MA. The Company's 2019 Season will be dedicated to his legacy. 

Wake Up With BWW 10/19: Inside A VERY WICKED HALLOWEEN, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2018


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: go inside A Very Wicked Halloween, and more!

Meet the Cast of THE FERRYMAN- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - Oct 2, 2018


The Ferryman has come to Broadway hot off its acclaimed West End run. Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!

See the Full List of What's Coming to Amazon Prime This September
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 23, 2018


This September features many new titles coming to Amazon Prime. Prime Original series King Lear will become available on Prime Video on September 28th. Other Prime Originals coming to the service in September include series premieres of Six Dreams (Sep 7) and Forever (Sep 14) as well as season 1a of Pete the Cat (Sep 7) and season 2b of Wishenpoof (Sep 7). Additionally, you can catch season two of PBS's hit British series Victoria starting August 25 on Prime Video. 

Photo Flash: Andre Holland and Mark Rylance Star In OTHELLO at Shakespeare's Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2018


Shakespeare's Globe has announced full casting for Othello, directed by Claire van Kampen, opening in The Globe on Friday 20 July.

Roundabout Will Honor John Lithgow at 2019 Gala
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2018


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that its annual 2019 Gala will celebrate two-time Tony and six-time Emmy Award winner John Lithgow with The Jason Robards Award for Excellence in Theatre on Monday, February 25, 2019.

Shakespeare's Globe Announces Full Casting For OTHELLO, Directed By Claire Van Kampen
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2018


Shakespeare's Globe has announced full casting for Othello, directed by Claire van Kampen, opening in The Globe on Friday 20 July.

King Lear FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of King Lear have there been?
King Lear has had 33 productions including Broadway which opened in 1905, Broadway which opened in 1906, Broadway which opened in 1907, Broadway which opened in 1907, Broadway which opened in 1907, Broadway which opened in 1909, Broadway which opened in 1911, Broadway which opened in 1915, Broadway which opened in 1917, Broadway which opened in 1918, Broadway which opened in 1923, Broadway which opened in 1930, Broadway which opened in 1930, Broadway which opened in 1947, Broadway which opened in 1950, Off-Broadway which opened in 1962, Broadway which opened in 1968, Off-Broadway which opened in 1973, Off-Broadway which opened in 1978, Off-Broadway which opened in 1982, Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Off-Broadway which opened in 1996, Broadway which opened in 2004, Broadway which opened in 2004, Off-Broadway which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Off-Broadway which opened in 2011, Off-Broadway which opened in 2014, Off-Broadway which opened in 2014, West End which opened in 2016, West End which opened in 2018, Broadway which opened in 2019 and West End which opened in 2023.
What awards has King Lear been nominated for?
King Lear has been nominated for the Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Ian McKellen.
What awards has King Lear won?
King Lear has won the Outstanding Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for Ian McKellen.

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