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Outdoor theatre: Romeo & Juliet

Two Hearts. One Fate. A Timeless Love Reborn. The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, inviting audiences to rediscover the world’s most famous star-crossed lovers.

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The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed by Joseph Pitcher. Blending dynamic staging, evocative sound, and the enduring power of Shakespeare’s verse, this retelling illuminates the passion, peril, and youthful intensity at the play’s core, inviting audiences to rediscover the world’s most famous star-crossed lovers.

Pack a picnic to enjoy from 6pm before the performance begins at 7pm.

Assistance dogs only allowed at this performance.

Joseph Pitcher’s acclaimed credits include Gypsy (UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production) and My Fair Lady at The Mill at Sonning, and Macbeth at the Salomons Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. Returning to the company following Macbeth (2025), this vibrant production also features original music by composer Rob Millett (Rambert Dance Company and The Royal Opera House, The National Theatre and Shakespeare’s Globe).

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £20.00
Concession Age 16 and under£18.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 01202 883402 (Infomation only)

Meeting point

This performance will take place on the South Lawn of Kingston Lacy. Gates open from 6.15pm at Visitor Reception, please wait here to have your tickets checked.

What to bring and wear

Please bring your own seating and wear suitable clothing for weather conditions. Low back chairs and tables are welcome, gazebos and BBQs are not permitted.

Accessibility

Accessible to wheelchair users. If you need to hire a wheelchair or mobility scooter for the evening, please let the property know in advance on 01202 883402. Assistance dogs only allowed at this performance.

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