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
News About THE LION IN WINTER at Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park
Oklahoma Shakespeare In The Park To Present THE LION IN WINTER
September 25, 2025 Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park (OSP) will present James Goldman’s The Lion in Winter, running October 9–19, 2025, in the company’s intimate Indoor Black Box Theatre in the Paseo Arts District.About the Theatre
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Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park?
Julius Caesar (09/10/26-09/27/26)
Forrest, Macready, Macbeth (10/16/26-10/18/26)
Frankenstein (10/23/26-10/25/26)
An Actor's Carol (11/27/26-11/29/26)
Jane Austen's Christmas Cracker (12/03/26-12/20/26)
Forrest, Macready, Macbeth (10/16/26-10/18/26)
Frankenstein (10/23/26-10/25/26)
An Actor's Carol (11/27/26-11/29/26)
Jane Austen's Christmas Cracker (12/03/26-12/20/26)
What shows have played recently at Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park?
The Tempest (06/11/26-06/28/26)
How to Write a Regency Romance (04/24/26-04/26/26)
Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker: An Interactive Ball (12/04/25-12/21/25)
Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker (12/05/19-12/21/19)
How to Write a Regency Romance (04/24/26-04/26/26)
Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker: An Interactive Ball (12/04/25-12/21/25)
Jane Austen’s Christmas Cracker (12/05/19-12/21/19)
What is the history of Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park ?
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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