New York Classical Theatre: King Lear

all the drama, half the tragedy New York Classical Theatre will bring King Lear ’s potent tale of family and politics in a dynamic, two-hour AND two-version interpretation this summer on MetroTech Commons in Downtown Brooklyn. Every other performance, we alternate between William Shakespeare ’s tragic ending and Nahum Tate ’s 1681 “Hollywood” ending in which Lear lives! JULY 20-26 at 7 pm (No performance Thursday, July 23) FREE and Open to the Public Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday are Shakespeare’s ending. Tuesday and Saturday are Tate’s adaptation. STAY UPDATED! Make a reservation at nyclassical.org/kinglear to receive advance program information and rain cancellation notices.