Lear is Not Okay

"Who is it that can tell me who I am?"

Somewhere in London, a new King Lear is emerging. And trust us, like, he is not okay.

Join an ambitious young company as they audition, rehearse and embark on the greatest challenge of their lives – discovering who they are, who they definitely aren’t and why that seems to matter. Brace yourself for creative differences, awkward silences, a lot of grapes, new friendships, and drama that makes even Shakespeare’s classic seem tame. As the fight for the crown takes centre stage, which young actor will come out on top? And who will be left waiting in the wings…

Written by Benjamin Salmon (Blowhole; LOVE BOMB) and devised with the Almeida 14-18 Young Company, “Lear Is Not Okay” is a fiery and witty exploration of adolescence, ambition, and the unrelenting yearning to feel a part of something.

10th — 17th March 2024, Almeida Theatre

Written by Benjamin Salmon
Directed by Germma Orleans-Thompson
Assistant Director: Deviniat Adedibu
Lighting Designer: Fraser Craig
Sound Designer: Kayode Gomez
Movement Director: Mateus Daniel
Photography by Lottie Amor