Sibling rivalry, adultery, and dungeons—royal family drama doesn’t get more delicious than The Lion in Winter by James Goldman, directed by Catherine Williams. This modern classic comes to downtown Hilo as the Hilo Community Players, in association with Whirling Rainbow Creations, bring this award-winning drama to life.

Wickedly funny and fiercely dramatic, the play unfolds during Christmas 1183 as a royal family gathers—and plots—to determine who will inherit the crown. Loyalties shift, alliances crumble, and sharp-tongued wit flies in this gripping battle of love, power, and ambition.

Don’t miss this thrilling theatrical event. Playing only two weekends March 6-15, 2026 at the beautiful, air conditioned Keawe Theater (280 Keawe St. in Hilo)

Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Tickets are available online now at hiloplayers.org.