BARD ON THE BAY 2025
THE WINTER’S TALE
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
SYNOPSIS
Betrayal, magic, and redemption collide in William Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale, a sweeping tale that moves from the icy grips of jealousy to the sunlit shores of hope.
When King Leontes of Sicilia is seized by the suspicion that his wife Hermione has betrayed him with his closest friend, his world spirals into madness.
The King’s jealousy sets off a tragic chain of events—destroying his family and shattering lives. But this is only the beginning.
Sixteen years later, a young woman raised by shepherds discovers she’s more than she seems, and fate starts pulling all the broken pieces back together. There’s romance, mistaken identities, a dramatic reunion, and yes, that infamous stage direction: “Exit, pursued by a bear.”
Shakespeare blends tragedy with comedy in this bold, genre-defying masterpiece. The Winter’s Tale is a magical journey from darkness to light,
proving that even the coldest winter can give way to the warmth of forgiveness and the wonder of second chances.
SHOW DATES AND TIMES
July 24 at 6pm
July 25 at 6pm
July 26 at 2pm & 6pm
July 27 at 6pm
July 28 at 6pm
July 31 at 6pm
August 1 at 6pm
August 2 at 2pm & 6pm
August 3 at 6pm
August 4 at 6pm
VENUE
THE COLLINGWOOD SHIPYARDS AMPHITHEATRE & GREENSPACE
2 North Maple Street
Collingwood, ON
L9Y 2T8
MAP
Parking at the foot of Birch Street
ADMISSION
To help navigate financial barriers that separate individuals and families from the performing arts, Admission to any performance of The Winter’s Tale is on a Pay-What-You-Will basis.
Suggested Donation is $25 per patron.
Cash is accepted at the venue, or patrons have the option to pay by debit or credit. E-transfers are also accepted and can be sent to theatregeorgianbay@gmail.com
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to the venue begins 30 minutes before the show is scheduled to begin.
WHAT TO BRING
The Winter’s Tale is performed outdoors at the picturesque Shipyards Amphitheatre and Greenspace. For your comfort, you may consider bringing any or all of the following items.
A folding chair or cushion
An umbrella, hat, or sunscreen
Water, and your choice of snacks
Patrons are kindly asked to ensure they dispose of any garbage to help maintain the natural beauty of the Shipyards Amphitheatre and Greenspace.
CAST AND CREATIVE TEAM
COLLECTIVE MEMBERS
Director: Candy Pryce
Choreographer: Heather Dennis
Nancy Chapple
Nadia Hovan
Anne Raciunas
Richard Varty
GUEST ARTISTS
Graham Banville
Conrad Boyce
Dan Coo
Rachel Matthews
Josh Palmer
Tobias Scott
Linda Wild
Cy Williams
Composer: Edward Moll
Stage Manager: Lesley Coo
Production Assistant: Robyn Hughes
