First look at Benedict Cumberbatch and cast in Hamlet

Production images have been released offering a first look at Benedict Cumberbatch and cast in Hamlet. The sold-out production opened for previews at the Barbican on Wednesday.

Lyndsey Turner's production also features Ciarán Hinds, Anastasia Hille, Sian Brooke, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Jim Norton and Leo Bill.

Hamlet, which runs from 5 August to 31 October 2015, is currently sold out; 100 seats will be available for every performance at £10.

The production will also be broadcast in the UK, US and across Europe on 15 October 2015.