The Mad Gay King

By Christopher Adams Cohen

When Richard Hornig , a stable master with a secret, arrives at the court of King Ludwig II, the young monarch’s most decadent obsessions are ignited—placing the future of his kingdom, his legacy, and even his sanity at the edge of a dangerous precipice.

Based on true events, The Mad Gay King is a homoerotic retelling of the life and love of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, an infamous 19th century monarch who funded the operas of Richard Wagner, built a flight of fairy tale castles, and was ultimately deposed by his conservative government on the grounds of homosexual insanity.

The Mad Gay King was staged at the King's Head Theatre in October 2024.

★★★★★ "Every creative decision made works flawlessly with each other and it culminates in a piece of theatre that is impressive, emotional, and incredibly impactful" - A Youngish Perspective

★★★★★ "Fantastic, raw energy ... This production is an absolute triumph" - Squirrp Reviews

★★★★ "A tour de force ... poetic, moving and at times very funny" - Tea With Kevin

"Powerful visuals ... stirring soundscapes" - Lottie's London Reviews