BERENICE

BY JEAN RACINE, IN A NEW VERSION BY ALAN HOLLINGHURST
27 September – 24 November 2012

Berenice's long and patient wait is over. Her lover, Titus, is now Emperor of Rome and with his succession, she can become his queen. But the Roman people make their disapproval known and Titus must choose between love and responsibility. Antiochus, Titus' best friend, is sent to comfort her, but reveals his own unrequited love for Berenice.

 

CAST
in order of speaking

Antiochus Dominic Rowan
Arsace Kurt Egyiawan
Berenice Anne-Marie Duff
Phenice Rosie Jones
Titus Stephen Campbell Moore
Paulinus Nigel Cooke
Rutilus Derek Howard

 

PRODUCTION

 

Director Josie Rourke
Designer Lucy Osborne
Lighting Designer Oliver Fenwick
Sound Designer Emma Laxton
Composer Michael Bruce
Movement Director Ann Yee
Casting Director Annie McNulty
Production Manager Kate West
Company Stage Manager Joni Carter
Deputy Stage Manager Mart Hely
Assistant Stage Manager Rebecca Ridley
Assistant Director Hannah Price
Costume Supervisor Ed Parry
Rehearsal Photographer Simon Kane
Production Photographer Johan Persson