Elizabeth Rex

Synopsis

England, 1601 and Elizabeth I is torn between the obligations of a ruler and her passions as a woman. She has sentenced her lover, the Earl of Essex, to death for treason, and she alone can pardon him. In the dark hours before the headsman's axe falls, she seeks distraction in the company of William Shakespeare and his troupe of players. As the Virgin Queen explores the dilemma between heart and mind, she finds insight from a surprising source. With everything from bawdy laughter to tragedy, Elizabeth Rex won the 2000 Governor General's Literary Award from Drama and went on to enjoy huge success in both Canada and the USA.

Latest User Review

USER: Whatsonstage.com - 17 February 2002:

I have just seen this wonderful play at the Performance Network (Ann Arbor, Michigan's only professional theater). They are only one of three regional theaters to have gained the rights to produce this play. It was a monumental performance - superbly written and magnificently acted. The writing was the highlight with insightful, moving words for these actors to utter. The bear probably stole the show, although! I envy the citizens of Birmingham and later the West End the opportunity to see this play It will stay with you. ...

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