National Theatre

Synopsis:

Drama Classics: This Jacobean tale of personal vengeance in a morally bankrupt world follows Vindice in his quest to revenge the murder of his beloved Gloriana by the lustful Duke. He gains access to the court in disguise, to cause havoc and commit serial murder among the corrupt family, until they are overthrown by the virtuous Antonio, who himself sentences Vindice to death for his crimes.

Edited by R.A. Foakes and with an introduction by Trevor R. Griffiths.