The Winter's Tale

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Event The Winter's Tale
Venue The Opera House (1977-), Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand
Umbrella Event New Zealand International Arts Festival 2012
First Date 1 March 2012
Opening Date 1 March 2012
Last Date 4 March 2012
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Description Rediscover Shakespeare through the physical style and engrossing interpretations of renowned all-male theatre company Propeller.
When you’ve got the words of history’s greatest playwright to work with, why do anything else? That’s Propeller’s philosophy and it’s one that works.
Directed by Edward Hall (son of theatre royalty Sir Peter Hall), Propeller combines unwavering devotion to the original beauty of Shakespeare’s text with inventive staging that adds clarity and appeal for today’s audience.
Presenting two very different yet equally enthralling works, this is fast, witty and accessible – Shakespeare at its most refreshing and alive. See one, or catch them both.

The Winter’s Tale
Leontes, King of Sicilia, should be a happy man. He has devoted friends, a loving wife and son, and a baby on the way. But he also has a big problem with the green-eyed monster. Seeing deceit and treachery all around him, Leontes’ irrational yet all-consuming jealousy leads to the condemnation of his wife, banishment of his daughter and death of his son.Wracked with guilt, the scene is set for Leontes to begin a journey of redemption that leads to a miraculous climax.
Donned in immaculate Italian suits and with brandy glasses in hand, Propeller’s cast present a captivating modern twist on Shakespeare’s rollercoaster ride of contrasting emotions and motivation.
Description Source Programme
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Historical
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Name Function Notes
Edward Hall Director
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Text Nationality England
Production Nationality England
Event Status Completed
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Data Set AusStage
Event Identifier 155250