Richard of Bordeaux

Richard of Bordeaux
Programme cover depicting Gielgud as Richard
Written byGordon Daviot
Date premiered1933
Place premieredArts Theatre
Original languageEnglish
SubjectKing Richard II tries to maintain peace in England
GenrePeriod piece
SettingMedieval England

Richard of Bordeaux (1932) is a play by "Gordon Daviot", a pseudonym for Elizabeth MacKintosh, best known by another of her pen names, Josephine Tey.

The play tells the story of Richard II of England in a romantic fashion, emphasizing the relationship between Richard and his first wife, Queen Anne of Bohemia. The play was a major hit in 1933, playing a significant role in turning its director and leading man John Gielgud into a major star. Audiences found its portrayal of medieval characters speaking like modern people refreshing.

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