The Winter’s Tale

by William Shakespeare

in a modern verse translation by Tracy Young

adapted by Lisa Wolpe and Tracy Young

directed by Tracy Young

APRIL 24 - JUNE 14

A tyrannical ruler, consumed by delusion, defies the law of Apollo and plunges his kingdom into darkness. Amidst the terror that ensues, a Princess emerges, wielding extraordinary power to heal the land and its people. “It is required you do awake your faith!” cries Paulina, the witch, as the dead return to life in this magical tale of hope and forgiveness.

Experience Shakespeare's The Winter’s Tale, reimagined in a vibrant, accessible new modern English translation by Tracy Young.

With additional support from the Hitz Foundation and Play On Shakespeare, the David Lee Foundation, and the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.

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April 24 - June 14
Previews: April 18, 19, & 23

Run time: approx. 90 mins

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LOCATION:
Skylight Theatre
1816 1/2 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles
Box Office: (213) 761-7061
boxoffice@skylighttheatre.org

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Follows immediately after selected performances. Guests without day-of performance tickets enter during a break after the play has ended.
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