The King's Speech - Richmond Theatre

Pro reviewers average 2013-06-19 [Premiere: Richmond Theatre; Main run: Wyndham's Theatre]When King Edward VIII abdicates for the love of Wallis Simpson, his terrified brother Bertie is thrust into the spotlight and crowned King George VI of England. In a room at 146 Harley Street,... [Premiere: Richmond Theatre; Main run: Wyndham's Theatre]When King Edward VIII abdicates for the love of Wallis Simpson, his terrified brother Bertie is thrust into the spotlight and crowned King George VI of England. In a room at 146 Harley Street, Bertie and his wife Elizabeth, (the future Queen Mother) are meeting the maverick Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue. Breaking all royal protocol the King and his oddball therapist embark together on an unconventional journey to correct the King's debilitating stammer and help him deliver the radio address that will inspire his country on the brink of World War II.

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Running dates from Mar 5 2012 to Mar 10 2012
Theatre Richmond Theatre
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Overview, Cast and Creatives

Genre Drama
Synopsis
[Premiere: Richmond Theatre; Main run: Wyndham's Theatre]

When King Edward VIII abdicates for the love of Wallis Simpson, his terrified brother Bertie is thrust into the spotlight and crowned King George VI of England.

In a room at 146 Harley Street, Bertie and his wife Elizabeth, (the future Queen Mother) are meeting the maverick Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue. Breaking all royal protocol the King and his oddball therapist embark together on an unconventional journey to correct the King's debilitating stammer and help him deliver the radio address that will inspire his country on the brink of World War II.

Author David Seidler
Director Adrian Noble
Featured Actors/Actresses Jonathan Hyde
Charles Edwards
Emma Fielding
Michael Feast
Daniel Betts
Joss Ackland
Ian McNeice
Charlotte Randle
David Killick
Designer Anthony Ward