Richard III: The Night Before Bosworth

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Richard III: The Night Before Bosworth

Sat 10 May, Browne's Hospital theatre, local events

Costumed performance on life of England's most controversial King by Gareth Williams, Senior Curator at the British Museum.

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Costumed performance on life of England's most controversial King by Gareth Williams, Senior Curator at the British Museum.

A good king or bad king?

Richard III is one of the most controversial figures in British history, seen by some as a ruthless murderer and by others as the innocent victim of Tudor propaganda.

The last English king to be killed in battle, his death at the battle of Bosworth in 1485 has often been viewed as the end of the Middle Ages, and the beginning of the Modern period.

This costumed portrayal by historian Dr Gareth Williams shows Richard the night before Bosworth, looking back on his life and considering whether or not he has done enough to earn God's support against Henry Tudor the following morning.

The costumed performance is followed by a discussion of the historical evidence on which it is based, and why the surviving evidence has led to such divergent interpretations of this important historical figure.

Not suitable for those under 18.

Browne's Hospital, Broad Street, Stamford

Toilet facilities. Limited access (steep steps from street) Public parking on Broad Street.

For more information please contact David on 07721343618 or curator@browneshospital.co.uk

www.browneshospital.co.uk

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