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Hamlet

Teatro La Plaza (Peru)
Fri 9 - Sun 11 May 2025
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A 'joyous, playful and defiant' ★★★★★ (The Stage) reimagining of Hamlet from Peruvian theatre company Teatro La Plaza.

Following a sell-out run at Edinburgh International Festival last year, this vibrant production weaves original text with stories from the actors lives in a mesmerising infectious blend of drama, comedy and music.

Inspired by the famous monologue, 'To be or not to be', a remarkable cast of actors with Down syndrome breathe new life into Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, fearlessly and joyfully challenging prejudice and celebrating connection. '

'So, banish any preconceptions. Infectiously exuberant, enriching and clever, this production serves as a reminder that Shakespeare is accessible to all, and Hamlet is for everyone.' ★★★★★ The Telegraph (April, 2025)

Audience Reactions: Hamlet

Audience feedback, Edinburgh International Festival Aug 2024

'Everyone now and again there is a moment that is a life changing moment. Having the honour of seeing this Hamlet was that moment!'
'The Hamlet performance was "out of this world". I have been a theatre fanatic since the age of 15 (I am now 82) and I will remember the Hamlet performance for as long as I live'
'Powerful, emotive ,thought provoking and at times so poignant I was close to tears. The performance was awe inspiring in fact outstanding.'
Multiple screens showing clips from films/TV in the background, an actor stands on stage wearing a gold crown, screaming
An actor crouches on stage, drak and shadowy lighting, he holds a skull with glasses and a carafe of wine around him
A screen showing a film with the actor lounging sideways, an actor on stage mimics this pose
Two actors wearing cape and paper crowns along with stripy t-shirts
Three actors sit on a bench holding out paper to read, pink, green and blue fabric on the floor at their feet
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Multiple screens showing clips from films/TV in the background, an actor stands on stage wearing a gold crown, screaming
An actor crouches on stage, drak and shadowy lighting, he holds a skull with glasses and a carafe of wine around him
A screen showing a film with the actor lounging sideways, an actor on stage mimics this pose
Two actors wearing cape and paper crowns along with stripy t-shirts
Three actors sit on a bench holding out paper to read, pink, green and blue fabric on the floor at their feet
'oozes charm humour and imagination'
The Guardian
'A joyous affair... glorious'
The Stage
'One of the most emblematic, vigorous and unforgettable versions of Hamlet'
E-Urbanidade

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