The Winter's Tale

Overview

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.

Directed by Robin Lough, Gregory Doran

Top cast

Antony Sher

Leontes

Alexandra Gilbreath

Hermoine

Ken Bones

Polixenes, King of Bohemia

Emily Bruni

Mamillius / Perdita

G

Geoffrey Freshwater

Camillo

Estelle Kohler

Paulina

Ryan McCluskey

Florizel

Jeffry Wickham

Antigonus

William Mannering

Cleomenes

J

James Hayes

Old Shepherd

Christopher Brand

Young Shepherd

Miltos Yerolemou

Footman

Myra McFadyen

Emilia / Dorcas

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