Pericles
by Carl Heap, William Shakespeare

Name: Pericles
Brand: Carl Heap
SKU: 9781840029086
Rating: 3.45 (8005 reviews)

Highlights

One Act British

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about this play, finding it both bizarre and enjoyable. Some appreciate its chaotic storytelling and surprising elements, while others feel that it lacks polish and cohesion. Many agree that it's an interesting exploration of romance mixed with dark themes, but not all are convinced of its quality compared to Shakespeare's other works.

Unique storytelling elements Chaotic and adventurous plot Surprising humor and wit Lacks polish and cohesion Confusing at times Not everyone's favorite Shakespeare

Synopsis

Adapted for The National Theatre by Carl Heap

'The world to me is like a lasting storm'

An exciting tale of shipwrecks and magic, villains and heroes, and a child's fight for survival in a foreign land.

Join Pericles on his epic travels of adventure and discovery.

Primary Classics, produced by the National Theatre's Discover programme, aims to introduce children aged 7 to 11 to Shakespeare.

This version of Pericles, adapted and originally directed by Carl Heap, preserves the core of Shakespeare's plot, retains the original langauge, yet is presented very much with the target age group in mind.

Carl Heap's introduction will help readers, teachers and practitioners alike to imagine or produce their own version.