Daniel Evans, a celebrated stage performer returned to acting after a prolonged absence of 14 years, driven by a compelling desire to perform again. He has had a significant career directing Sheffield Theatres and Chichester Festival Theatre, and now co-artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC). His return coincides with playing the lead in 'Edward II,' reflecting a shift in the RSC's modern direction, including engaging younger audiences via platforms like TikTok while he reminisces about his award-winning past.
"I had this need to act again, Evans says. And I can't quite explain it."
"The last time Edward II was performed at the RSC, Ceefax was still around."
"Earlier this month, for instance, he was producing content for TikTok, to support 10 RSC tickets for 14-to-25-year-olds."
"Now he is not only co-running the company but returning to acting as the king who insists on ruling alongside his male lover in Christopher Marlowe's Edward II."
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