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George R.R. Martin confirms 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' play will transfer to London

The prequel stage show is scheduled to move to the capital following its premiere run in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The short version

  • George R.R. Martin confirmed that the stage production 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' will transfer to London.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]
  • The play was adapted by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke, with Martin serving as executive producer.[Variety]
  • The production originally premiered in July at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon.[Variety]
  • The London run is slated for 2027, with the venue, dates, and cast still to be announced.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]

Key facts

  • George R.R. Martin confirmed that the stage production 'Game of Thrones: The Mad King' will move to London.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]
  • The play is adapted by Duncan Macmillan, directed by Dominic Cooke, and executive produced by George R.R. Martin.[The Hollywood Reporter · Variety]
  • The show debuted in July at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre following the cancellation of initial previews caused by technical issues.[Variety]
  • The London transfer is slated for 2027.[The Hollywood Reporter]

What remains uncertain

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