The Winter's Tale

The Winter's Tale

170 mins | Drama | Aug. 17, 1999

Shakespeare's tale of manic jealousy and redemption was hailed by critics and played to packed houses for its entire run. Captured just before its close at the Barbican Theater in 1999, this is a recording that will live for generations.

The Winter's Tale

170 mins | Drama | Aug. 17, 1999

The Winter's Tale
Shakespeare's tale of manic jealousy and redemption was hailed by critics and played to packed houses for its entire run. Captured just before its close at the Barbican Theater in 1999, this is a recording that will live for generations.
Producers Royal Shakespeare Company
Original title The Winter's Tale
Directors Robin Lough
Writers William Shakespeare

Cast

Antony Sher

as Leontes

Alexandra Gilbreath

as Hermoine

Ken Bones

as Polixenes, King of Bohemia

Emily Bruni

as Mamillius / Perdita

Geoffrey Freshwater

as Camillo

Estelle Kohler

as Paulina

Ryan McCluskey

as Florizel

Jeffry Wickham

as Antigonus

William Mannering

as Cleomenes

James Hayes

as Old Shepherd

Christopher Brand

as Young Shepherd

Miltos Yerolemou

as Footman

Myra McFadyen

as Emilia / Dorcas