On Saturday, April 1, a stage production based on Shakespeare’s classic The King Lear, with a few interesting twists, is set to take to the stage at Ludlow Assembly Rooms.
Three clowns come together with their own version of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy and set it in their local - The King Lear. Instead of a kingdom, they have a pub and instead of a King they have a landlord, Mr Lear. Hilarious and heart breaking, Shifting Sand’s performance of The King Lear will unfold using improvisation, physical comedy, vibrant storytelling all linked by nuggets of Shakespeare's text. There will be irreverence, but no parody, as they play with Shakespeare’s ingredients yet remain faithful to his themes.
Extend the day’s activities with a clown workshop with Shifting Sands ahead of the production. Explore the techniques behind being the perfect clown using improvisation, rhythm, games and presentation.
The King Lear: Shakespeare’s Tragedy… in a Pub! on Saturday, April 1 at 7.30pm. Clown - The Art of Play workshop on Saturday, April 1 at 3pm. To book and for further details, call the box office at Ludlow Assembly Rooms on 01584 878141 or visit ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk
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