RENOWNED actor Timothy West stars in the title role of Shakespearean tragedy King Lear at Malvern Theatres.

The play, presented by English Touring Theatre and Malvern Theatres, has undergone a major revival and premiered at Festival Theatre on Monday, September 3. It is believed to be the first time Lear has been staged in Malvern.

King Lear runs until Saturday, September 28, and performances are at 7.45pm with Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm.

Tickets cost £8-£20 from the box office on 01684 892277 or online at: www.malvern-theatres.co.uk