Game of Thrones: The Mad King review - an action-packed saga of dry ice and fire
The Royal Shakespeare Company has debuted a new stage production titled 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' in Stratford-upon-Avon. The play explores the backstory of King Aerys II Targaryen, drawing parallels between George R.R. Martin's fantasy world and Shakespearean history plays.
Reminiscent of Olivier? … Michael Shaeffer as King Aerys II Targaryen in Game of Thrones: The Mad King. Photograph: Johan Persson Reminiscent of Olivier? … Michael Shaeffer as King Aerys II Targaryen in Game of Thrones: The Mad King. Photograph: Johan Persson Theatre Review Game of Thrones: The Mad King review – an action-packed saga of dry ice and fire Royal Shakespeare theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon This prequel to the TV series has one joust after another, spectacular stagecraft and plenty of modern resonance
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