Great Expectations - Outdoor theatre
Join us on Pip’s journey to discover the true nature of his ‘Great Expectations’ brought to you by Quantum theatre
- Booking essential
From the misty marshes of Kent to the dusty, dirty streets of London, we bring you a thrilling new adaptation of Dickens’s most enduringly popular novel, packed full of high drama, mysterious goings on and all your favourite Dickensian characters.
Join us on Pip’s journey through adversity to discover the true nature of his ‘Great Expectations’ in our exciting new production of this much-loved family classic.
So, pack your picnics, grab your wet weather gear or sun-cream (or both), something to sit on, and join Frank and Gilbert as they navigate their way through car chases and convicts in the struggle to escape the clutches of the local crime lord and clear Gilbert’s name.
The performance is two hours, including a 20 minute interval.
Babies under 12 months go free. National Trust admission charge does not apply.
Times
Prices
Ticket type | Ticket category |
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Adult | £20.00 |
Child | £12.00 |
Family 1A 3C | £49.00 |
Family 2A 2C | £55.00 |
Family 2A 3C | £63.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442491895
- Suitability
Suitable for children aged 12+
- Meeting point
Meet in the upper garden
- What to bring and wear
No seating is provided – please bring blankets or low-backed seating, to ensure everyone can see the stage. Performance will take place in all weather conditions
- Accessibility
The event is fully accessible. To ensure all guests can see the stage, we ask that ticket holders with blankets only position themselves in front of the stage, and those on seats sit further back. This won't impact anyone's enjoyment of the performance.
- Other
The Upper Garden Shop will be open until the performance starts for you to browse. The Upper Garden Café will be open throughout serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, snacks and ice-cream.
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