Sacred Heart Students Shine in RSC's Next Generation Production of Timon of Athens

Three talented students from our community are returning to the stage for a second time with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), following their performances in last year’s Two Gentlemen of Verona. They will now appear in Timon of Athens, part of the RSC’s Next Generation Act programme, with performances scheduled for 20–21 August 2025 at The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon. This innovative adaptation of Shakespeare and Thomas Middleton’s morality fable is brought to life by the RSC’s Next Generation Act Young Company, featuring young theatre-makers from across England.

In this production, Goodness Odumade portrays Alcibiades, the principled military leader; Erin Devine takes on the role of Lucilius, Timon's loyal servant; and Angelie Riconalla showcases versatility by playing both the Jeweller and Phrynia. Their participation highlights the diverse talents nurtured through the RSC's Next Generation programme.

Directed by Paul Ainsworth, with set and costume design by Alex Doidge-Green, music by Joseph Atkins, and movement direction by Eloise Secker, this collaborative version of Timon of Athens explores themes of wealth, loyalty, and societal collapse. For more information and to book tickets, please visit Next Generation - Timon of Athens | About the Play | Royal Shakespeare Company