Racine’s play about the conflict between Roman stepbrothers Nero and Britannicus was written in 1669. Timberlake Wertenbaker’s superb translation brings it into the modern world with great success.Nero’s conniving mother Agrippina realises she is losing her political power as her son’s star rises.
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Entertainment Britannicus review: Superb translation successfully maintains tragedy, drama and humour