“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

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"an outstanding performance as Leontes, King of Sicilia, Conrad Nelson ..."

The Stage
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"An engaging interpretation..."

Whatsonstage
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"A joy to watch..."

Yorkshire Post
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"Mike Hugo’s Autolycus is ... worth the price of admission alone..."

Alfred Hickling, The Guardian

"... an utter joy..."

The York Press
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"Hannah Barrie is spectacular as Hermione..."

Helen Carter, Northern Soul

"Magic and charm . . ...."

Emily Rowe, The Shakespeare Standard
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"See this..."

Jayne White, The Sentinel
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"A memorable night of rewarding theatre..."

Staffs What's On

"shines with brilliance..."

John Hargreaves, Native Monster

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