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The writer Lucy Nordberg attended the University of Kent and as part of her English and Drama degree took courses in poetry, prose and playwriting. She had an abiding interest in form and enjoys writing ambitious work on a large scale, which she hopes is also relevant and accessible.
She was a committee member of Sussex Playwrights Club for several years, and has had rehearsed readings of various plays in venues in Brighton and elsewhere. She is now seeking to develop her writing professionally.
The production will appeal to all those who enjoy watching or participating in renaissance drama. It raises questions: if directors continue to use the form, why not writers? What effect does modern language have on the actors and the audience, used to a ‘language barrier’ that has built up over the centuries with the originals? Is now the time for potentially large-scale work?
The King faces a dilemma. His regime is enlightened and he encourages innovation. But how can he make sure the country remains like this after his death? He decides to impose democracy and make himself, in effect, the last King. His friends tell him that he is moving too fast. His enemies are not ready to hand over their power and use personal intrigue to undermine his plans. The country is plunged into crisis. Can the King save his people? Do they want to be saved?
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