James Norton is heading to London West End to grab theater's ultimate crown!
The “Bob Marley” and “Little Women” star will take on the titular role in a massive new production of “Hamlet”. The dates are yet to be announced.
Helmed by visionary director Thomas Ostermeier, this high-profile play is backed by heavy-hitter producers Wessex Grove and Gavin Kalin Productions
William Shakespeare's "Hamlet" follows a grieving Prince of Denmark seeking to avenge his father's murder. The ghost of the late king reveals that his brother, Claudius, poisoned him to steal the throne. Feigning madness, Hamlet wrestles with his conscience, leading to a bloodbath.
The staging will be Ostermeier’s debut directing Shakespeare in English. He has previously directed the German-language adaptation of "Hamlet" for the Schaubühne Berlin in 2008.
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"It is a privilege for anyone to take on the role of "Hamlet". It’s also pretty terrifying. But with Thomas Ostermeier at the helm, I know I could not be in better hands. Both this role and this director have intrigued me and challenged me over the years, and so I cannot wait to start this journey with Thomas and see where it takes us," the actor said in a statement.
Ostermeier said he is excited to explore the "original text". "I am pleased to be revisiting ‘Hamlet’ for the West End with the great stage actor, James Norton. It will be my first time directing Shakespeare in English, and I am excited to explore the original text in order to bring this new production to life," he said.
"My first ‘Hamlet’ has been touring the world for 18 years so I am honoured to have the opportunity to bring it here to London with James, who in my mind is a perfect Prince of Denmark," he added.
Norton's latest work is "House of the Dragon 3". He essays the role of Lord Ormund in the series.
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