At the end of Shakespeare’s play, Lear dies.

His last words are “Look, there”

His faithful follower and protector, Kent, wishes him a speedy release. 

“Break heart”, he urges.

What I’m wondering is: what happens then?

Come on, we all wonder that, sometimes, don’t we? What happens after you die?

Well, that’s where this show starts…

Using only Shakespeare's words (reordered, repurposed, and oft repeated) Lear's Shadow is a mischievous, engaging reflection on Shakespeare's great domestic tragedy.

Content Warning: this piece contains vivid depictions of Very Poor Parenting.

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