Adjoa Andoh has shared the heartwarming reason why her new theatre show had to premiere in Liverpool.
The 60-year-old star is renowned for her roles in Hollywood film, Invictus, and as Lady Danbury in the Netflix smash hit Bridgerton. The acclaimed actor has taken on an exciting new challenge for her latest project as she is directing and starring in an adaptation of Richard III, which arrived at the Liverpool Playhouse this week.
The titular character is regarded as one of Shakespeare's most iconic villains - but Adjoa told the ECHO she is determined to tackle the play with a fresh approach to deliver an important message. She said: "Have you heard about the way they talk about Richard III? They describe him in the most vile terms because of his physical appearance.
