The Madness Of George III Tickets

It is now over two decades since “The Madness of George III” first appeared on the stage of the Lyttelton National Theatre and went on to enjoy great success. Now, in 2012, the show is set to return to the stage, this time for a run at the West End’s Apollo Theatre, where it follows up “Jerusalem” for a run from January to March. The production has fans nationwide – and, indeed, around the world – so it is likely that theatre tickets will be in high demand once again as David Haig takes on the titular role and Christopher Luscombe takes up the reins as director.

“The Madness of George III” focuses on King George III of Great Britain during the second half of his reign on the throne. As well as his well-documented madness we also explore the relationship with his son during the Regency Crisis of 1788 with Bennett using his skills to paint George as an entirely human figure, whose dealings with politicians and the medical conditions of the time lead partly to his deteriorating mental state. It first made its way to the stage at the Lyttelton National Theatre in 1991 and after various revivals and international editions (not to mention a 1994 movie) it arrives back in the West End.

And taking on the title role is David Haig, who was last seen in the West End in the production of “Yes, Prime Minister” last year. The acclaimed actor, who won an Olivier Award in the 1980s for “Our Country’s Good” at the Royal Court Theatre, has appeared in numerous stage and screen roles over the years. He is perhaps best known for role in the likes of “Four Weddings and a Funeral” and the television series “The Thin Blue Line”, though he has also appeared in stage shows like “The Sea” at the Haymarket Theatre and “Donkey’s Years” at the Comedy Theatre.

The director on this occasion is Christopher Luscombe, who has also been involved in previous production on the London theatre scene. His credits include “When We Are Married” in the West End and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Open Air Theatre, Regent’s Park.

The Madness of George III” opens at the Apollo Theatre on Monday 23rd January 2012 (with previews from Wednesday 18th January 2012) and continues to Saturday 31st March 2012.