More romance at Medieval Times

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Photos of a dress rehearsal at Medieval Times in Lawrenceville, Ga. The joust-and-feast attraction will feature a brand new storyline with more romance.

For the first time since it opened in 2006, Medieval Times, the joust-and-feast attraction at Discover Mills in Lawrenceville, will feature a new storyline. Here, under a blue light and the fall of snow flakes, Prince Tristan, portrayed by Clint Mally, and Princess Leonor, portrayed by Megan Schierek, share a romantic moment during a dress rehearsal on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

Medieval Times' Lord Chancellor (John Stykes) practices in the spotlight on his horse. The new show, called "The Harness of War," adds new music and a subplot about a newlywed prince and princess from rival kingdoms.

Timothy Whitmer, with head down, portrays Prince Tristan in a scene called "Ambush," as the prince is captured by the dark knight. "It's a lot more epic - it feels more like a feature film," says J.D. Kennedy, whose job title is Head Knight.

King Phillipe, portrayed by Charles Groves, talks with Princess Leonor, Megan Schierek (right) during a dress rehearsal. Both Groves and Schierek have been playing these roles and other small parts since the show opened in 2006.

Princess Leonor (Megan Schierek, right) is introduced by King Phillipe (Charles Groves, center) as the Lord Chancellor (John Stykes, far left) looks on. The Princess is still the only speaking female role in the show and continues to have a large role in the dialogue.

Timothy Whitmer puts on his armor before playing Prince Tristan. Medieval Times' managers hope that the new show's emphasis on romance will appeal to more women and young girls.

The Green Knight, portrayed by Vladimir "Larry" Nauratil, goes through some dialogue with King Phillipe, portrayed by Charles Groves (left) during a dress rehearsal. The Green Knight is the sole evil character in this show.

Medieval Times master horse trainer Felipe Ramirez (right) works with knight Clint Mally as other knights wait their turn before a dress rehearsal. During shows, up to 1,000 customers dine on a utensils-free feast while watching the show that's performed in the large sand-covered center ring.

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For the first time since it opened in 2006, Medieval Times, the joust-and-feast attraction at Discover Mills in Lawrenceville, will feature a new storyline. Here, under a blue light and the fall of snow flakes, Prince Tristan, portrayed by Clint Mally, and Princess Leonor, portrayed by Megan Schierek, share a romantic moment during a dress rehearsal on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

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