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The TV3 Season of Tristan & Yseult

Kneehigh Theatre and National Theatre, United Kingdom

Director Emma Rice describes the show.quicktime (1.37 MB)Tristan on TV.quicktime (1.77 MB)

“It made me want to gurgle with delight. It embraces you so warmly it feels like you have been physically hugged. I loved it with a passion.” The Guardian, UK

Cornwall’s “oldest and greatest story” is brought crashing into the 21st century in Kneehigh Theatre’s fresh and inventive take on Tristan & Yseult.

Writers throughout the ages have been drawn to this tragic tale of a love triangle between Kernow’s King Mark, his Irish bride Yseult and Breton nephew Tristan. Kneehigh’s eccentric, high-energy version comes complete with a live jazz band and comic chorus of Cornish ‘lovespotters’ in balaclavas.

As the unloved and unchosen, the lovespotters watch and comment on the unfolding action with a mixture of envy and sadness. The story’s romance and tragedy is told through vibrant performances with touches of the unconventional and absurd.

Tristan & Yseult dazzled audiences and critics alike during its sell-out, five-star season at London’s National Theatre. Don’t miss this truly joyful theatre experience.

Director – Emma Rice

Writers – Carl Grose and Anna Maria Murphy

Designer – Bill Mitchell

If this event interests you, our Artistic Director also recommends The Dragon's Trilogy, The Holy Sinner, and Bright Abyss.