Outdoor theatre: As You Like It
Explore Love in all its guises as four pairs of soulmates meet in the mysterious Forest of Arden.
- Booking essential
Sunday 12 July | Gates 5.45pm | Performance 7-9.20pm | Illyria
In this play Shakespeare explores Love in all its guises. Four pairs of soulmates meet in the mysterious Forest of Arden. One pair leap straight into bed. Another pair are instantaneously dumbstruck by each other’s beauty and pledge their undying troth. The third pair torment each other: he showers chaste love upon her which she haughtily rejects - yet secretly she enjoys the flattery. The fourth pair go further still, playfully blurring their roles and identities to such an extent that flirting becomes more pain than pleasure, and Love itself is pushed to the limit of its endurance – and beyond. Throughout the summer Shakespeare’s iconic comedy will be performed where its action is set – in the great outdoors, by a 5-strong cast of classically trained professional actors. Multi international award-winning Illyria has an unmatched reputation for excellence, forged over three decades, that dominates the outdoor touring theatre sector. Join them this summer for a memorable night of laughter and romance under the stars. Running time (approx): 140-minutes (inc 20 minute interval) Recommended for all ages. Bring your own seating & picnic. Only assistance dogs are permitted. Venue is wheelchair accessible. Car parking 500m from performance area along gravel paths. A buggy will be running for drop offs by the house.
Tickets (inc fees) are non-refundable:
Adult (17+) £21.68 Child (3-16) £13.01
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Infant (0-3) | £0.00 |
| All Registered carer (1 per paid booking) | £0.00 |
| All Child (3-16) inc fee | £13.01 |
| All Adult (17+) inc fee | £21.68 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call Book online
- Suitability
Families welcome
- Meeting point
Once you've shown your ticket, follow the main path to the north lawn.
- What to bring and wear
It might be summer, but the evenings can get chilly. Bring jumpers to pull on as the temperature lowers and wear comfortable outdoor clothing. Please bring a picnic and something to sit on!
- Accessibility
This performance is held on a grassed area. There is a small slope as you come off the gravel path and head to the performance.
- Other
It's about a 10 minute walk from the visitor car park to the north lawn. You'll need to be able to carry your chairs and picnics up so make sure your things aren't too heavy.
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