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Starring: Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh

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The Winter's Tale in London

Starring:

Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh

The Winter's Tale – Shakespeare with that magical Branagh touch

We're proud to introduce the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company, brand new creators of fine theatre responsible for a total of five remarkable plays on stage at the Garrick theatre between autumn 2015 and late 2016.

The play was first published in 1623. Some experts think it's a comedy. Some believe it's a romance. Others feel it's a 'problem play', which first reveals a host of issues then, in later acts, presents solutions and delivers a happy ending. Either way it's a brilliant piece and Branagh and company are bound to make a splendid job of it. With him at the helm, quality comes guaranteed.

If you love William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, adore great acting and appreciate the talents of two of Britain's best-loved stage stars, Dame Judi Dench and Kenneth Branagh, you'll never forget this very special production of a timeless classic.

This new production is co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh. The talented pair's collaboration on Macbeth bodes well for this latest adventure into the wonders of Shakespeare, generating excellent reviews in Manchester, UK and New York, USA.

This epic play has been covered countless times over the centuries. And as soon as movies were invented it took to the silver screen, with 1910 seeing a silent film released. A TV version was screened by the BBC in 1981 and in 2014 choreographer Christopher Wheeldon created a full-length ballet version of the play for the Royal Ballet. Its appeal never dulls.

The Winter's Tale – the story

You'll follow the action and intrigue at King Leontes' court in Sicilia, and his interactions with the King of Bohemia. All is well until complications arise when the Bohemian King and Leontes' wife, the queen, get a bit too friendly on a royal visit.

Eventually there's a trial, at which the magical Oracle of Delphi declares the queen innocent. But King Leonte doesn't want to hear the truth and, in a fit of rage, he banishes her from his kingdom. Their little son Mamillius soon dies of grief.

The queen's newborn baby daughter, Perdita, is rescued from death by a Bohemian shepherd. He raises her a his own daughter... and sixteen years later the story's delayed ending brings happy surprises.

The Winter's Tale – Branagh Season at the Garrick

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The Winter's Tale Ticket Information

Booking until:

Saturday, 16 January 2016
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Ticket purchases will be limited to a maxium of six tickets per person across all performances. Tickets will be dispatched 2 weeks prior to the performance.

Captioned performances - 7.30pm Wednesday 9 December 2015

Audio Described performance - 7.30pm Wednesday 16 December 2015
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The Winter's Tale reviews

4.7 out of 5 45 reviews

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Please note the reviews below are from an old production of The Winter's Tale.

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Incredible cast

A Reviewed on 17 January 2016 by Anna
London, United Kingdom

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Shame about the second half.

Very well done. Everything is top drawer, its just not a great play. Very strong first half, superb. Second half gets a bit silly.

A Reviewed on 17 January 2016 by Andrew
Rugby, United Kingdom

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Amazing story & Amazing cast

Utterly mesmerising performances from the whole cast. In particular, as expected, Brannagh and Dench prove why they are legends of the stage but not to be out done was the wonderful performance of Miranda Raison. Totally compelling and heartfelt. A fantastic production. A must see!

P Reviewed on 17 January 2016 by Paul
Maidenhead, United Kingdom

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I was totally entranced the whole way through!!!

A wonderful production from start to finish. I found it a thoroughly absorbing experience and I wanted to sit and watch it all over again!! Every aspect was so professional..... Set was incredible, cast amazing .... Lighting, sound everything was wonderful!!!! A great pace.

C Reviewed on 15 January 2016 by Cathryn
Lichfield, United Kingdom

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Exceptional performance!

J Reviewed on 10 January 2016 by Joanne
Chappel, United Kingdom

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A masterpiece. Best I've ever seen

H Reviewed on 10 January 2016 by Helena
London, United Kingdom

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Outstanding theatre

The acting by the entire cast was superb. I wouldn't expect anything less, especially from Judi Dench and Kenneth Branagh. The entire performance was thoroughly enjoyable.

M Reviewed on 09 January 2016 by Martina
Edmonton, Canada

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Superb

A wonderful performance not just by the stars but by the whole cast. The best play of whatever genre that I can recall.

L Reviewed on 08 January 2016 by Linda
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Love Judy Dench. Beautiful set.

A Reviewed on 04 January 2016 by Alison
London, United Kingdom

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How it's supposed to be done!

Flawless acting by the entire cast, not just the leads who were unsurprisingly magnificent. Beautifully staged in a magnificent theatre. You watch the play knowing that it really doesn't get better than this.

L Reviewed on 03 January 2016 by Lisa
Alton, United Kingdom

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Magical

Be prepared for Judi Dench being majesterial and for the whole cast being excellent.

M Reviewed on 03 January 2016 by Melanie
Oakham, United Kingdom

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Brilliant performance, a real tour-de-force!

The show was fantastic - the whole cast is phenomenal. The first half is quite dark, but the second half is much more upbeat and fun! The play is definitely worth seeing (if you can get tickets!!)

G Reviewed on 03 January 2016 by Graham
Warlingham, United Kingdom

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Brilliant

Branagh knows how to do Shakespeare! I love the Winters Tale but most productions drag a bit in the second half. Not Branagh's! I came out uplifted and entranced. Simply wonderful.

S Reviewed on 01 January 2016 by Shankara
London, United Kingdom

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A classic

The show itself was very good, although I did find it a little difficult to hear, especially when people went to the loo in the show.

S Reviewed on 25 December 2015 by Sam
Rickmansworth, United Kingdom

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magical

J Reviewed on 24 December 2015 by Johanna
Elora, Canada

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A Play of 2 halves

Shakespeare must have fallen asleep half way through writing this tragic tale of woe and sadness and then woken up looking on the bright side!! And wrote in a completely different style. Such a delight.

L Reviewed on 19 December 2015 by Linda
Barnsley, United Kingdom

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An absolute must see

Absolutely fantastic! The cast was excellent but Dame Judy Dench was the stand out star of the show for me. It was such a quality production and I would recommend whole heartedly.

C Reviewed on 18 December 2015 by Carly
Aylesford, United Kingdom

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Fantastic!

B Reviewed on 18 December 2015 by Beryl
Gateshead, United Kingdom

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Shakespeare at its finest

E Reviewed on 17 December 2015 by Elizabeth
Cobham, United Kingdom

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Another wonderful production by Branagh.

Superb acting.

P Reviewed on 17 December 2015 by Philip
Los Angeles, United States

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Beautifully staged and acted

We are not Shakespeare aficionados however loved the whole experience. The quality of the staging and acting allowed the marvelous use of language and storytelling to shine. The sets and lighting design created a strong sense of atmosphere and drama and the beautiful costumes a real taste of period detail. The Garrick itself is a beautifully restored opulent theatre which adds to the magic.

J Reviewed on 12 December 2015 by Jennifer
Belsize Park, United Kingdom

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Magic

We was in London for few days visiting our grand son. We book in advance this show as we are fan's of Dame Judi Dench and Sir Kenneth Brannagh- whom's we have seen on stage in "Ivanov" few years ago. We did read the script in French and in English to get the language music and keep the story fresh in our ears and brain. Thanks to all of you on stage for the great moment of theater. The performance of each individual is remarquable. Of course Dame J. Dench and Mrs Brannagh are at the top of their arts. What's is extremly remarquable is the each word and situation are as we say in french " habités", actors gave sens to what they told to the public, that's acting and not playing, thanks we have had the chance to be part of this magic moment. Merry X-Mas to all performers of "Winter's tale" Annie & Philippe Blanchard Paris

P Reviewed on 10 December 2015 by Philippe
Paris, France

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Wonderful atmosphere, Christmassy show, brilliant actors.

The only small issue is that I was surprised there was no form of microphone for the actors as it was a strain sometimes to hear them speak, their voices sounded quiet.

A Reviewed on 09 December 2015 by Annie
Old Harlow, United Kingdom

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You have to see it

J Reviewed on 03 December 2015 by Julie
Kingsbridge, United Kingdom

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Great acting & fab atmosphere

J Reviewed on 03 December 2015 by J
London, United Kingdom

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Excellent, highly reccomended

K Reviewed on 03 December 2015 by Kimball
London, United Kingdom

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Should actors be micked?

We sat towards t he back of the stalls, and it was just as well we knew the story as we w ere unable to hear at least a third of it. Younger actors particularly appear to be unaware of how to project their voices. The production was beautiful, but the evening was disappointing. ( we are very regular theatre goers!)

D Reviewed on 02 December 2015 by Darryl
Harpenden, United Kingdom

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Brilliant version of The Winter's tale

This is surely one of the best productions of The Wimters tale ever produced. The acting by all members of the cast is superb, now just the superstars. I thoroughly recommend this play to everyone with an interest in Shakespeare.

T Reviewed on 01 December 2015 by Terence
Bolton, United Kingdom

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Outstanding performances

J Reviewed on 01 December 2015 by Jennifer
Surbiton, United Kingdom

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a must

S Reviewed on 01 December 2015 by Susanna
Geneva, Switzerland

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'The Winter's Tale' is Much More Than a 'Show'!

This is much more than simply a 'show'. It is a theatrical masterpiece. Shakespeare's play is hard to pigeonhole, as it has aspects of all of his genres - tragedy, comedy, kingship, play-within-a-play, lyricality. And to have Branagh & Dench at the heart of it with a wonderful supporting cast entering fully into all the styles and portrayals demanded - wow! I just hope that the year of the Branagh Theatre Company grows into something sustainable longer term - perhaps a permanent theatre company producing the best plays of all eras with the best talented actors & actresses, experienced or full of potential.

D Reviewed on 26 November 2015 by David
Bognor Regis, United Kingdom

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Difficult to choose one of your options for "who should see this play". I don't think Shakespeare really fits into those brackets.

W Reviewed on 16 November 2015 by Wendy
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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amazing show!

What an awesome shakespearian treat this is. Stellar acting and truly reminded me of Kenneth Branagh's Renaissance Theatre productions in the 90's. This is theatre at its very best. Believe the hype, this is the hottest ticket in town right now and rightfully so. Dame Judi Dench is an absolute joy to watch on the stage and a welcome return to the stage by Kenneth Branagh. The supporting cast is absolutely wonderful and the staging subtle and choreographed beautifully. Simply brilliant so glad we went!

J Reviewed on 14 November 2015 by Joseph
Worcester, United Kingdom

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A wonderful Winter's Tale

Judi Dench is amazing! And Kenneth Branagh brought a very complex role to life.

M Reviewed on 08 November 2015 by Michael
Parkville, United States

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A bit disappointing

I love the Winter's Tale, and I was really looking forward to this production. Maybe because of the high expectations, however, I found it just average

M Reviewed on 06 November 2015 by Massimo
Zurich, Switzerland

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Jealousy overcome - wonderful

In spite of the poor seats it did not stop our enjoyment of the show which offered a great story, great acting and an interesting interpretation of Shakespeare but that is why he is a great playwright. I have seen several productions of "A Winter's Tale" and no two productions are the same. I loved the staging of this and how it brought out the comic aspects of the play. Congratulations to all concerned. We are returning to the Garrick next March looking forward to another enjoyable theatrical experience.

L Reviewed on 02 November 2015 by Lesley R
Chandlers Ford, United Kingdom

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Amazing

P Reviewed on 31 October 2015 by Patricia
Esher, United Kingdom

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DO I REALLY ENJOY SHAKESPEARE ???!!

I think our problem was that we were in the grand circle with restricted view. Heat rises and we were very hot. Acting was good and it was magnificent to see Kenneth Branagh and Judi Dench on stage. However basically I struggle a little with Shakespeare ( although we have been several times to RSC in Stratford and enjoyed the performances - but could be enhanced because we get very good seats. ) And I think that The Winters Tale is not a favoured play of mine. Therefore if you are thinking of going get better seats ( expensive ) and know that you like the play !

S Reviewed on 24 October 2015 by Sarah
Swanmore, United Kingdom

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Great show for everyone

C Reviewed on 18 October 2015 by Carl
Dallas, United States

13 Jul
2015

Casting Update: The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s Plays at the Garrick

by Oliver Mitford | Monday, July 13 2015, 13:41

Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s Plays at the Garrick Kenneth Branagh’s ambitious season of plays at the Garrick Theatre have already caused quite a stir in theatreland, with its star casting and eclectic mix of plays. Now, further casting has been announced that will see Zoe Wanamaker join the casts of Harlequinade and All On Her Own, and John Dagleish joining the company of both The Winter’s Tale and Harlequinade.