Last Minute Theatre Tickets for Farinelli And The King starring Mark Rylance

Following a sold out run at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, the critically-acclaimed Shakespeare’s Globe production of Claire van Kampen’s new play Farinelli and the King, starring Mark Rylance transfers to the West End for a strictly limited run.

Mark Rylance leads the original cast of Sam Crane , Huss Garbiya, Melody Grove, Colin Hurley and Edward Peel reprising their roles. Opera star, Iestyn Davies also returns in the singing role, which will be shared with Rupert Enticknap and Owen Willetts.*

The Story
Depressed and plagued by insomnia, King Philippe V of Spain lies awake in his chamber. The Queen, desperate to find a cure, hears of Farinelli – a castrato with a voice so divine it has the power to captivate all who hear it. Even Philippe is astonished when Farinelli sings, and begs him to stay. But will Farinelli, one of the greatest celebrities of his time, choose a life of solitude over fame and fortune in the opera-houses of Europe? And will his extraordinary talent prove to be a curse rather than a blessing?

Sonia Friedman Productions and Shakespeare’s Globe join forces once again (Richard III and Twelfth Night) to bring this inspiring true story – featuring many of the arias first sung by Farinelli in the 1730s and live music played on Baroque instruments – into a transformed Duke of York’s Theatre, lit almost exclusively by the glow of candlelight.

Strictly limited run – 12 weeks from 14 September 2015. Book now for the best seats.

Duke of York’s Theatre
Evenings: Monday to Saturday 7.30pm
Matinees: Thursday and Saturday 2.30pm

Friday 5th June 2015