“Mike Hugo ... is worth the price of admission alone”

The Winter’s Tale

Tuesday 3 November–Saturday 7 November 2015

A Northern Broadsides in partnership with Harrogate Theatre production

by William Shakespeare, directed by Conrad Nelson

New Vic favourites Northern Broadsides return with a beautiful and beguiling love story. a joyous tale culminating in forgiveness, harmony and happiness performed by a charismatic cast of actor-musicians. it will warm your heart and lift your spirits.

The Winter’s Tale is a rich, romantic fable of jealousy, love and redemption. King Leontes falsely accuses his Queen of infidelity. He proclaims their newborn daughter a bastard and condemns the innocent to death. But the child, Perdita, survives.

You will be transported from the dark Court of a jealous king to the bright sunshine of a rustic festival, where country girls sing saucy songs and a Prince can utter marriage vows to a lowly shepherd’s daughter … and we believe it!

Tuesday 3 November–Saturday 7 November 2015

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The Winter's Tale Image by Nobby Clark

Reviews

“an outstanding performance as Leontes, King of Sicilia, Conrad Nelson …”

The Stage

“An engaging interpretation…”

Whatsonstage

“A joy to watch…”

Yorkshire Post

“Mike Hugo’s Autolycus is ... worth the price of admission alone…”

Alfred Hickling, The Guardian

“... an utter joy…”

The York Press

“Hannah Barrie is spectacular as Hermione…”

Helen Carter, Northern Soul

“Magic and charm . . .…”

Emily Rowe, The Shakespeare Standard

“See this…”

Jayne White, The Sentinel

“A memorable night of rewarding theatre…”

Staffs What's On

“shines with brilliance…”

John Hargreaves, Native Monster

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