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A fascinating work by William Shakespeare, The Winter's Tale explores the most extreme human emotions, from jealousy to reconciliation.<div> In the first part, King Leontes of Sicily is convinced that his wife Hermione is cheating on him with his childhood friend Polixenes, King of Bohemia. Blinded by devastating jealousy, he brings about the downfall of his kingdom.</div><div><br></div><div> Sixteen years later, time has passed. In a brighter atmosphere, new destinies intersect and pave the way for unexpected reunions, where love and forgiveness might just mend the wrongs of the past.</div><div><br></div><div> The piece is structured as a diptych where theatre and music respond to each other. Songs and dances accompany a narrative that is by turns tragic and luminous.</div>