Eddie Izzard - The Tragedy of Hamlet

Step into a whirlwind of Shakespeare, comedy, and sheer theatrical daring as Eddie Izzard brings The Tragedy of Hamlet to the historic State Theatre in downtown Austin.

• Experience a bold solo performance of Shakespeare’s classic, with Eddie Izzard portraying 23 different characters in a fast-paced, imaginative retelling of the story of Prince Hamlet, revenge, and the downfall of a royal family.
• Watch one performer transform into kings, queens, ghosts, scholars, tyrants, courtiers, lovers, and fools, using razor-sharp timing, physicality, and voice to keep every character distinct and alive onstage.
• This production follows hugely successful runs in New York, Chicago, London, San Francisco, and Seattle, where critics hailed the show as a spectacular, sweeping, and mesmerizing take on one of the greatest plays ever written.
• The adaptation is by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell, reimagining the play with a modern, intimate energy that highlights the emotional core of Hamlet while still honoring Shakespeare’s language.
• Award-winning designers shape the world of the play with evocative sets, dramatic lighting, atmospheric music, and detailed costumes, all crafted to support Eddie’s solo tour-de-force performance.
• Known globally as a multi-lingual comedian, actor, marathon runner, and activist, Eddie Izzard brings a unique blend of intelligence, humor, and heart to this one-of-a-kind theatrical event.
• Whether you’re a lifelong Shakespeare fan or brand new to Hamlet, this is a rare chance to see a classic story reinvented by a singular artist in an intimate Austin venue.

If you’re looking for an evening that mixes high drama, inventive staging, and the unmistakable presence of Eddie Izzard, The Tragedy of Hamlet at the State Theatre is a must-see night at the theater.