THE WINTER’S TALE
by william shakespeare
directed by CHARLES ASKENAIZER
One of Shakespeare’s final plays, THE WINTER’S TALE is a romantic comedy with elements of tragedy. King Leontes of Sicilia falsely accuses his wife, Hermione, of infidelity with his best friend, the King of Bohemia. Inflamed by jealousy and convinced that he is right, Leontes’ torment causes a storm of loss that only the next generation can heal. Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE is a captivating parable of betrayals, renewed hope, and the transformative power of time.
The Winter’s Tale
by William Shakespeare
directed by Charles Askenaizer
Performance dates:
March 11 – April 20, 2025
Previews: March 11 and 14 at 7 p.m., March 15 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., March 16 at 1 p.m.
Press Opening: Monday, March 17 at 7 p.m.
Performances: Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays at 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m.
Performance location (NEW VENUE):
Invictus Theatre Company at the Windy City Playhouse
3014 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, Illinois 60618
Ticket prices:
Previews and Mondays $25
All other performances $38
Running time:
Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes plus one 15-minute intermission.
Content advisory:
Please be advised this production contains adult content.
Meet the Artists
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director - Charles Askenaizer
Executive Producer - Todd Henry Faulstich
Production Manager - Stacy Scapino
Stage Manager - Desiree Stypinski
Assistant Stage Manager - Beep Trefts
Scenic Designer - Kevin Rolfs
Technical Director - Tom McNelis
Props Designer - Randy Rozler
Costume Designer - Jessie Gowens
Sound Designer - Petter Wahlbäck
Lighting Designer - Trey Brazeal
Master Electrician - Hannah Bolstad
Fight and Intimacy Designer - Violent Delights (Jay Donley)
Choreographer - Jen Cupani
Text Coach - Sarafina Vecchio
Casting Director - Becca Holloway
Marketing Manager - MC Dougherty
Graphic Design - Schedler Brennan Design + Consulting (Ana Schedler)