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Elizabeth Debicki to lead RSC’s Richard II
The award-winning actress will star in the revival
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Stratford-upon-Avon
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1 October 2026
Emmy and Golden Globe winner Elizabeth Debicki will make her Royal Shakespeare Company debut as Richard II.
It marks the first time that the company has staged the piece with a woman in the role.
Daniel Raggett will direct the history play, which will run from 10 April to 22 May in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. A press night is set for 20 April.
The creative team also includes set designer Leslie Travers and dramaturg Rebecca Latham.
The production forms part of the RSC’s newly announced summer season, which you can read in full here.
Further cast and creative team members are to be confirmed.
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