Turley Publications courtesy photo

 

From left to right: Rob Latino (from Brookfield) as Richard, Kevin Stone (from Holden) as Phillip, Carol Vancil (from Spencer) as Eleanor, Christopher Flynn (from Hardwick) as Geoffrey, Christopher O'Connor (from Worcester) as Henry, Amy Warren (from Barre) as Alais, and Richard Rene (from Worcester) as John.

 

 

 

Barre Players to present ‘The Lion in Winter’

 

BARRE - “The Lion in Winter”, by James Goldman, introduces us to King Henry II of England who had three sons by Eleanor of Aquitaine: Richard, Geoffrey, and John. He wants the kingdom to stay united after his death, but all three sons want to rule and it is likely to be torn apart by revolution.

Henry favors the youngest son John, while Eleanor favors the eldest, Richard. Middle son Geoffrey hopes to play both ends against each other and come out on top. Henry would like to have another heir by his mistress Alais, but that would only add to the confusion. Uneasy is the head on which the crown lies, and uneasy the truce between a matchless king and queen. Directed by Dave Glanville. Barre Players is located at 64 Common Street, Barre.

The performance times are May 14, 15, 16 and 21, 22, 23.  Friday’s and Saturday’s at 8 p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets: General admission $14, seniors (65+) $12, students (with ID) $10 and children age 12 and under are $7. The theater is wheelchair accessible and air-conditioned. Master Card and Visa are accepted. For reservations call: 978-355-2096 –or– 800-733-2096. For more information and current updates visit: www.barreplayers.homestead.com