NT Live: The Madness of George III at Ely Cinema - tickets available on the door from 6.30pm

November sees our first ever broadcast from Nottingham Playhouse, Alan Bennett’s The Madness of George III. It features a brilliant cast led by Mark Gatiss, most recognised from Sherlock.

Written by one of Britain’s best-loved playwrights Alan Bennett (The History Boys, The Lady in the Van), this epic play was also adapted into a BAFTA Award-winning film following its premiere on stage in 1991.

The cast of this new production includes Olivier Award-winners Mark Gatiss (Sherlock, Wolf Hall, NT Live Coriolanus) in the title role, and Adrian Scarborough (Gavin and Stacey, Upstairs Downstairs, After the Dance).

It’s 1786 and King George III is the most powerful man in the world. But his behaviour is becoming increasingly erratic as he succumbs to fits of lunacy. With the King’s mind unravelling at a dramatic pace, ambitious politicians and the scheming Prince of Wales threaten to undermine the power of the Crown, and expose the fine line between a King and a man.

(running time 210 mins)

If you are a member of the XP or XPlore pilot scheme, led by Cambridge City Council, and would like to book a ticket please call the box office on 01353 616991, quoting your discount code number.  Please call between 10am and 4pm, Monday to Friday and at least three days in advance to take advantage of your unique offer.

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