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The stage-to-screen film of Talawa Theatre Company/Royal Exchange Theatre's highly acclaimed production of KING LEAR, starring Don Warrington, filmed in the round during its run at the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester.

Directed by Talawa's Artistic Director Michael Buffong, the stage production played to sell-out crowds, winning 4 and 5 star reviews across the board.

Starring Don Warrington (Death In Paradise, Rising Damp) & Alfred Enoch (How To Get Away With Murder, Harry Potter)

'Don Warrington's King Lear is a heartbreaking tour de force' 4* - The Telegraph

'King Lear review at the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester outstanding' - The Stage 'King Lear review as close to definitive as can be' 4* - The Guardian