The uppermost room at the Richard III Museum is used as a theatre in the summer, seating 50 people. It is this room that King Richard added to Monk Bar in 1484.
Each year York-based actor Michael S Bennett performs his widely acclaimed show "An Audience with King Richard III" in the theatre. In the play King Richard, with passion, flamboyance and not a little humour, presents his case. Afterwards, the audience are invited to ask King Richard questions. The show has been hugely successful and has been performed in theatres throughout the UK.
"An Audience with King Richard III" is generally performed in August. Please call for confirmation of dates.
Tickets adult-£4.00 senior/student-£3.00 child-£2.00 credit card bookings accepted.
Advance booking is advisable. Play will last approx. 90 minutes with an interval.
Admission incudes soft drink refreshment. Own alcoholic refreshment may also be brought.
Press Play to listen to a section of the performance.