Cast: 9m., 5w. "Once upon a time in the middle of winter, a long time ago, long before anyone here was here, a high castle stood at the edge of a far forest." Thus begins this extraordinary dramatization of a fairy tale that reaches deep into every child's experience of growing up. This ever-popular tale is flooded with the magic that delights children and a joyful outpouring of language that holds them spellbound. Enjoy this magical environment and an experience of exceptional depth for both children and adults. Area staging. Approximate running time: 1 hour, 20 minutes.