The Tragedy of King Richard II
Cast & Crew
Ian McKellen
as King Richard II
Timothy West
as Henry Bolingbroke
Robert Eddison
as Duke of York
Paul Hardwick
as John of Gaunt
Peggy Thorpe-Bates
as Duchess of York
Trevor Martin
as Earl of Northumberland
Andrew Crawford
as Bishop of Carlisle
James Laurenson
as Sir Pierce of Exton
Lucy Fleming
as Queen Isabella
Toby Robertson
Director
Richard Cottrell
Director
Overview
The Tragedy of King Richard II, by William Shakespeare. The actions and repercussions of a proud King, whose vanity and selfishness lead to his downfall.
