Game of Thrones: The Mad King Opens Tonight: New Images Released
The production explores power, prophecy and treason as the Royal Shakespeare Company stages Westeros before the novels, with performances running through Sept. 5.
- On Saturday, August 8, the Royal Shakespeare Company debuted 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, directed by Dominic Cooke and written by Duncan Macmillan.
- Set during the waning days of Aerys' reign, the play centers on the fateful jousting tournament at Harrenhal, which catalyzes the eventual lead-up to Robert's Rebellion and explores ancient prophecies of succession.
- Power dynamics shift through the Starks, Targaryens, Baratheons, and Martells, with Michael Abubakar portraying Eddard 'Ned' Stark and Noah Ritter as Prince Rhaegar Targaryen navigating a dangerous campaign for power.
- Critics describe the production as a masterpiece of pure Shakespearean art, utilizing a cross-shaped stage to showcase intricate puppetry and costumes distinct from the HBO television adaptation.
- Co-Produced by Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures and Access Entertainment, performances run through September 5th, bringing George R. R. Martin's world to the stage with focus on power, prophecy, and succession.
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