Every week for her entire reign of more than 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II has met privately with her prime minister – although Her Majesty has no authority to contradict policy: simply, in the words of Walter Bagehot in the 19th century, ‘… to be consulted, to advise and to warn’. Nonetheless, this play provides glimpses of the woman behind the crown, many of the powerful political figures to hold office, and the dramatic moments that shaped a nation. Directed by Ben Todd.

Every week for her entire reign of more than 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II has met privately with her prime minister – although Her Majesty has no authority to contradict policy: simply, in the words of Walter Bagehot in the 19th century, ‘… to be consulted, to advise and to warn’. Nonetheless, this play provides glimpses of the woman behind the crown, many of the powerful political figures to hold office, and the dramatic moments that shaped a nation. Directed by Ben Todd.