Hamlet Hail to the Thief

Shakespeare’s great tragedy and Radiohead’s critically acclaimed album collide for a mesmerising live experience that fuses theatre, music and movement. In this frenetic distillation of Shakespeare's masterpiece, music becomes part of the narrative. Elsinore has become a surveillance state and hectic runs in the blood of its citizens. Paranoia reigns and no one is spared a tragic unravelling. Hamlet and Ophelia awake to lies and corruption revealed by ghosts and music. Brimming with energy, Hamlet Hail to the Thief distils Shakespeare’s great tragedy to its dark and glittering emotional core. Coming to our stage following sold-out runs in Manchester and Stratford-upon-Avon, the production is co-created by Thom Yorke and celebrated directors Christine Jones and Steven Hoggett. Yorke has reworked the band's sixth album into a deconstructed score that illuminates the text and is performed by live musicians. Running time: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes (no interval) Age guidance: 14+ Sign-up to hear more at https://hamlethailtothethief.com/ Creative Team Written by William Shakespeare Adapted by Christine Jones with Steven Hoggett Orchestrations by Thom Yorke Directed by Steven Hoggett and Christine Jones Music by Radiohead