Directed by Michael Oakley Winner of the JMK Award 2008
Battersea Arts Centre 18 July - 9 August
Booking for Edward II is now OPEN.
TO BOOK, please visit the BAC website Or call the BAC Box Office on 020 7223 2223.
A gay monarch A throne usurped A country in crisis
A bold, subversive and urgent play, Edward II has challenged audiences through the centuries. In our so-called liberal age, the play continues to raise alarmingly relevant issues today.
Oakley's production promises to be sexy, stylish and provocative. Royal tradition or private passion: where will your allegiances lie?
"I selected the play list for this year's JMK several months ago and am delighted to hear that Michael Oakley has won the award and will be directing Edward II. It's an earthy, powerful and very visceral play. Michael is a hugely promising director whose career is one to watch. I really look forward to seeing this production." - Nicholas Hytner, Artistic Director, National Theatre.
"But what are kings, when regiment is gone,
But perfect shadows in a sunshine day?" (5.1.26-7)