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THE LION IN WINTER at Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park

Dates: 10/9/2025 - 10/19/2025

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Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park presents a new production of THE LION IN WINTER by James Goldman, opening October 9, 2025. This darkly comedic play explores the intricate dynamics of the Plantagenet family during Christmas 1183, where King Henry II, Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, and their sons engage in a battle of wits amidst political intrigue and personal rivalry. Directed by Seth Gordon, the performance stars Tim Grimm as King Henry II and Alissa Branch as Eleanor, offering an intimate experience in a cozy black box theater setting. The production promises a blend of humor and drama, perfect for the fall season.

Cast and Creative team for THE LION IN WINTER at Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park

Cast

Anjali Radha

Alais


Joshua Murray

Philip


Justin Marlow

Richard


Granger Lusk

John


Ethan Walker

Geoffrey


Meghan Gosse

Ensemble


Denton Meehan

Ensemble


Alissa Branch

Eleanor of Aquitaine


Tim Grimm

King Henry II


Creative Team

Edward Morris

Scenic Design


Erin Woods

Marketing


Seth Gordon

Director


Kris Kuss

Artistic Associate, OCU


David Weber

Artistic Associate, OSU


Alissa Branch

Associate Artistic Director, OU


D. Lance Marsh

Associate Artistic Director, OCU


Erin Woods

Photography, Marketing & Design


Henri Bailey

Director of Operations


Tyler Woods

Executive Artistic Director


Piper Stephenson

Photography


Thess Holloway

Sound Design


Meghan Gosse

Wardrobe


Amy Kercher

Costume Assistant


Henri Bailey

Scenic Installation


Robert Rickner

Scenic Installation


Robin Vest

Scenic Painter


Jayvion Frazier

Stage Manager


James McCabe

Asst. Director


Kris Kuss

Fight Direction & Intimacy Choreography


Henri Bailey

Props Design


Clara Starkwell

Lighting Design


Lloyd Cracknell

Costume Design




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The Mission of Oklahoma Shakespeare is to produce bold, re-imagined, entertaining and accessible interpretations of Shakespeare and the classics. We are committed to promoting the highest level of artistic excellence, to cultivating the widest possible audience and to contributing to the economic and cultural growth of our community, state and region through the professional theatre experience and educational outreach programs. Our Vision is to become a fully professional regional theatre with a national reputation for excellence, while creating an artistic home for professional theatre artists that supports emerging actors and attracts the best artistic staff.

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