SHAKESPEARE'S Cymbeline opens at Stratford's Swan Theatre on Wednesday.

The play involves three connected stories - the resistance of a British king to Roman rule, the story of two lovers driven apart by a villain's lies and the kidnap of two young princes.

Emma Fielding and Daniel Evans star as the two lovers Imogen and Posthumus.

Currently playing Isabella in Measure for Measure, Emma's previous RSC appearances include Twelfth Night.

Daniel is also appearing in Measure for Measure as the Duke and has previously performed in Henry V and A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Anton Lesser plays the villain, Iachimo, who tries to drive the two lovers apart with lies and deceit.

His RSC performances include Bolinbroke in Richard II and his film credits include Charlotte Gray.

Cymbeline runs until November. For ticket details, call 0870 609 1110 or visit www.rsc.org.uk