The Winter’s Tale – Allington Castle

We are proud to present an open-air performance in partnership with The Changeling Theatre Company, The Winter’s Tale by William Shakespeare in the beautiful grounds of the private residence of Allington Castle.

The Winters Tale, a wonderful fairy story set in Sicily and Bohemia. Leontes has everything a man could want, Wealth, power, a family that loves him and friends.But he is not at peace. Inside he harbours a bitter jealousy that drives him To destroy all he holds dear. Many years later, in a distant country, a journey begins that may ultimately heal his pain and reunite his family. With all the crazy antics of the Changeling magic, plus beautiful costumes and just hint of …ABBA

The play contains Shakespeare’s most famous but challenging stage direction: ‘Exit pursued by a bear.’