Edward II

In 1593, Christopher Marlowe wrote his tragic masterpiece Edward II, a classic tale of the clash between desire and the law, underpinned by the reckless actions of a King treating the nation as his playground. One of England’s earliest plays, it tells the story of King Edward II and his male lover’s all-consuming lust, resulting in the alienation of Edward’s wife, the creation of enemies in his court and the potential toppling of the nation.

As part of the 2015 Reginald Season, the Seymour Centre and Sport for Jove Theatre will be presenting a contemporary take on Marlowe’s tragedy, transposing the intriguing political machinations at work in Edward II into today’s highly political climate.

Directed by Co-Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Sport for Jove Theatre Company, Terry Karabelas, and with a set designed by the award-winning Alicia Clements, the play is sure to bring the intricate conspiracies of court to the Seymour Centre. (ES)

Oct 1–17. Reginald Theatre, Seymour Centre – Cnr of City Rd and Cleveland St, Chippendale. $25–$36. Info: seymourcentre.com or Box Office: 9351 7940

BY EMILY SHEN