National Theatre Live: Timon of Athens (2012)
Based on Shakespeare’s play, Timon of Athens tells the tale of conspicuous consumption, debt and ruin. Timon of Athens is a wealthy friend to the rich and powerful. With his riches, he showers hospitality on the city’s elite. Unfortunately, his associates don’t lend him a helping hand when he accidentally spends more than he has on resources. After a final banquet, Timon is forced to withdraw himself to a wasteland, living off nothing but roots and cursing bankrupt Athens.
Director: Nicholas Hytner
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Simon Russell Beale as Timon |
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Paul Bentall as Lucullus |
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Stavros Demetraki as Lucillius |
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Alfred Enoch as Philotus |
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Michael Sheldon as Isidore |
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Matt Jessup as Ensemble |
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Hilton McRae as Apemantus |
| Writing | Thomas Middleton | Theatre Play |
| Directing | Nicholas Hytner | Director |
| Writing | William Shakespeare | Theatre Play |