Unmasking Burton (New Writing)  is a real and intriguing portrayal of Richard Burton, the boy from the valleys who conquered Shakespeare, Hollywood and the world, yet never could escape his own mistakes.

Written by Josh Moore
​Directed by Thomas Baxter
Presented by X2 Productions

Experience more incredible performances at SparkFest 2026—running from 4-30 May. Discover the full lineup at sparkfest.co.uk.

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