Cornerhouse

Showing as part of National Theatre Live

Shakespeare’s Hamlet, directed by Nicholas Hytner, will be broadcast from the National’s Olivier Theatre. Following his celebrated performances at the National in Burnt by the Sun, The Revenger’s Tragedy, Philistines and The Man of Mode, Rory Kinnear plays Hamlet; the cast also includes Clare Higgins (Gertrude), Patrick Malahide (Claudius), David Calder (Polonius), James Laurenson (Ghost/Player King) and Ruth Negga (Ophelia). Hamlet, the prince of Denmark, sees his father’s ghost. Tormented with loathing and consumed by grief, he must avenge his father’s murder. What he cannot foresee is the destruction that ensues.

This performance will be certificated “As Live” and the content has not been viewed by the BBFC. There is no official age restriction but Cornerhouse recommends certificate 12A.

Times

Doors - 18:45
Curtain - 19:00
Performance duration - 210 mins (including an interval)

More Info

Cast: David Calder, Rory Kinnear, Clare Higgins, Patrick Malahide, James Laurenson, Ruth Negga