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Date Te rā me te wā
08 - 09 MAR
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Location Te wāhi
Q Theatre -
More info He pārongo atu anō
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Blending contemporary testimony with original text, Not King Lear is the latest play in development from this award-winning arts project created in partnership with the Auckland City Mission. It’s a playful yet serious retelling of the story of an old man in conflict with his children, who gives away his authority and falls into homelessness and mental ill-health.
Told through the lived experience of those who know something about homelessness, Not King Lear is guest directed by Adrian Jackson MBE, renowned for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and Cardboard Citizens, the company of homeless and ex-homeless actors he founded in London in 1992.
Ticketholders attending the show on Saturday 9 March, 7.30pm will be able to attend a post-show talk with Adrian Jackson, HSTC’s Bronwyn Bent and full cast: at 8.30pm
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
Q Theatre is a 2-minute walk from Aotea Square and a 16-minute walk from Britomart Train Station. Being on Queen Street, there are many buses that stop right outside the theatre. If driving, you’ll find the closest option at The Civic Car Park.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Skip the queue at Citizen Q by booking a table for some pre-show nibbles and drinks.
