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