THE LION IN WINTER

Sibling rivalry, adultery, and dungeons. Every family has its ups and downs and this royal family is no exception.

  • Date:02/12/2025 19:45 - 06/12/2025 19:45
  • Location Stamford Arts Centre, Saint Mary's Street, Stamford, UK (Map)
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The Lion In Winter

by James Goldman

Tues 2nd - Sat 6th December 2025


Christmas, 1183. The Plantagenet family gather at Pichon Castle for Yuletide season, but amidst the snow-capped turrets and the wafting smell of roast boar, the fate of England is being sealed.

This is the kingdom of Henry II and his queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine. Courageous, hardy and imperious, Henry is a mountain amongst men. Yet even the strongest must age, and in the waning days of his reign, his thoughts turn to succession. 

For the warrior king, a choice between three sons: Richard, Geoffrey and John. For these sons, the crown is indivisible. Where one leads, the others lose. Only one may sit upon the throne of England. 

The halls are decked and the stage is set for a festive night of political intrigue, dark humour and an English titan's desperate search for legacy. 


The amateur productions of "The Lion in Winter" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd on behalf of Samuel French Ltd www.concordtheatricals.co.uk