'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' to transfer to London in 2027
The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' is set to transfer to London in 2027 following a successful premiere in Stratford-upon-Avon. The play, based on George R. R. Martin's work, serves as a prequel to the popular television series.
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The expansion of the Game of Thrones franchise into live theater highlights the ongoing commercial value of the intellectual property.
'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' to transfer to London in 2027 Based on novels by George R. R. Martin, and adapted by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke, The Mad King is a prequel to the acclaimed TV series about noble houses fighting for control of the Iron Throne.
The Royal Shakespeare Company production of George R. R. Martin’s new play Game of Thrones: The Mad King will open in London in 2027.
Based on novels by George R. R. Martin, and adapted by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke, The Mad King is a prequel to the acclaimed TV series about noble houses fighting for control of the Iron Throne.
The play received its world premiere at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in August, and finishes its run tomorrow (5 September).
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