Details

Edward, much to the despair of his wife and contempt of his barons, is very fond of both. King Edward comes to the throne, and immediately recalls his banished lover, Pierce Gaveston- an order that puts him at odds with most of his court. Edward must battle his sneering subjects, his scorned wife and his own family for not only the right to rule, but for the right to love...

Cast/Performers

Joseph Fiennes, James D'Arcy, Jo McInnes, Gideon Turner, David Mallinson, Jack Carr, Lloyd Owen, Robert Demeger, Andy Hockley, Leader Hawkins, Peter Laird, Tristan Sturrock, Ben Porter, Susie Trayling, David Hartley, Ryan Sampson, Jonathan Wrather, Alex Avery, Jamie Sives

Creatives/Company

Author: Christopher Marlowe
Director: Michael Grandage
Design: Christopher Oram
Lighting: Tim Mitchell
Choreographer: Peter Darling
Music: Julian Philips

Edward II

Edward II (Play) production archive for QTIX code T01955887272. Details of all Edward II archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S3134

Archive Listings

8 Mar 01
to
31 Mar 01

Sheffield Theatres
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Performance Details => Venue archive

Reviews

UK Theatre Web: 21Mar01:
I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !

UK Theatre Web: 21Mar01:
I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. He will leave you wanting more. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !

User Reviews

USER: UK Theatre Web (21Mar01): I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. He will leave you wanting more. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !

USER: UK Theatre Web (21Mar01): I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !

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