425: Discussing: Edward II by Christopher Marlowe (Production Preview)

About this episode

A discussion about an upcoming production of Edward II by Christopher Marlowe.

Beyond is sponsored by The Malone Society: The permanent utility of original texts This is hot off the press this week, as it's a quick chat about an upcoming production of Edward II by Christopher Marlowe, performing at the Brockley Jack and produced by Alex Pearson Productions in association with Glass Splinters. This chat is with Natalie Harper and Alex Pearson. Tickets can be bought here! https://brockleyjack.co.uk/jackstudio-entry/edward-ii/ Show info: "After the death of the King’s father, Gaveston is hastily summoned back from exile on the whim of the reckless new monarch, Edward II, to a claustrophobic court filled with increasing unrest, intrigue and perpetual distrust. Edward and Gaveston’s love is the catalyst that threatens not just to destroy Court life – but the very foundations of England itself. When you have no choice but to live under the relentless glare of the public eye, is it possible to keep any piece of yourself intact? Is love truly worth the risk? As royalty clashes with the nobility, all seems set to disintegrate, Edward II explores the conflict between personal desire, political duty and legacy. Alex Pearson Productions, in association with Glass…

People in this episode

Host: Robert Crighton

Guests: Natalie Harper, Alex Pearson

Topics covered

• Edward II
• Christopher Marlowe
• theater
• production preview

Keywords

• Brockley Jack
• Alex Pearson Productions
• Glass Splinters

Sponsors

The Malone Society

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Edward II

Books & works: Edward II, Sir Thomas More, The Tragedy of Mariam

Places: England, Dublin

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