Shakespeare’s most famous play is one of the greatest stories in the literature of the world. This audiobook adaptation features notable performances, including Simon Russell Beale as Hamlet, Imogen Stubbs as Ophelia, Jane Lapotaire as Gertrude, Bob Peck as Claudius, and Norman Rodway as Polonius. The tragic tale follows young Hamlet, prince of Denmark, as he grapples with his father’s death and his mother’s hasty remarriage, driven to the brink of madness by a ghostly revelation of murder and revenge.

With carefully structured scenes, listeners will follow Hamlet’s turmoil from his deep grief to his plans for vengeance. This rendition, directed by Clive Brill, brings to life the intrigue and complexity of the narrative across three discs, with each track immersing the audience in the world of Elsinore. Key moments include Hamlet’s confrontation with his mother, the heart-wrenching madness of Ophelia, and the climactic fencing match that leads to tragedy for multiple characters. Experience this remarkable production and delve into the themes of betrayal, love, and morality through a skilled ensemble cast.