Eddie Izzard's Acclaimed "The Tragedy of Hamlet" to Tour Australia
Australian audiences will have the chance to experience Eddie Izzard's remarkable acting in her celebrated one-woman show. Emmy Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated Eddie Izzard will bring her acclaimed performance of The Tragedy of Hamlet to Australia in June 2026, following sold-out runs in the US and UK.
The production has earned nominations for two prestigious drama awards: the New York Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Solo Performance and the New York Drama League’s Distinguished Performance Award.
Minimalist Staging Reflecting Shakespeare’s Original Spirit
In homage to the earliest stagings of Hamlet, Eddie will perform on a bare stage, allowing Shakespeare's language and storytelling to remain the central focus. Adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell, this production features Eddie embodying all 23 characters in the classic tragedy.
Plot Overview
The King of Denmark is dead, and Prince Hamlet sets out to avenge his father's murder, sparking a chain of events that leads to the downfall of both family and kingdom.
Character Portrayals
- Men and women
- Ghosts
- Scholars and tyrants
- Courtiers and lovers
- Fools and poets
"I have always gravitated towards playing complex and demanding characters," Eddie said, "and Hamlet is the pinnacle. This production is for everyone – a timeless drama with an accidental hero. Selina, Mark and I want audiences to see and hear an accessible, touching, scary and dramatic Hamlet."
Author's summary: Eddie Izzard’s one-woman show brings Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy to life with a minimalist approach, showcasing her versatility as she embodies 23 diverse characters.