The Royal Shakespeare Company will open its tour of Hamlet, originally seen in Stratford last year and featuring Paapa Essiedu in the title role, at The Lowry in Salford in 2018.
RSC Executive Director Catherine Mallyon said, "we are passionate about taking the productions we make in our home in Stratford-upon-Avon to theatres across the UK.
"In 2018, we are glad that many people across the country will have the opportunity to see our work at their local theatre. As well as Hamlet, our acclaimed production of Matilda The Musical will also embark on its first UK and Ireland tour. Look out for details of more 2018 touring later this summer."
Godwin added, "I’m delighted that Hamlet will be touring in 2018. Paapa Essiedu is British with Ghanaian heritage. When Paapa and I talked about the production, I realised how radical it might be to see Denmark through the lens of a completely different culture, a culture that Paapa himself had experienced.
"I began to imagine a Denmark re-conceived as a modern state influenced by the ritual, traditions and beauty of west Africa. So, our setting is full of the colour, emotional intensity and passion associated with that part of the world.
"As Hamlet, Paapa is intelligent, youthful and charismatic, with a contemporary wit. But Paapa’s portrayal is also mercurial with an element of danger."
Hamlet will run at The Lowry from 26 January to 3 February 2018.