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The Tempest by Immersion Theatre

Shakespeare’s most magical play bursting with mayhem, comedy, romance, and surprises!

  • Booking essential

Having developed a reputation for producing first-rate, critically-acclaimed, and highly accessible adaptations of Shakespeare’s work, Immersion Theatre – the multi-award nominated company behind last year’s smash hit “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, proudly presents The Tempest; Shakespeare’s unforgettable tale of magic, romance, comedy, and revenge! With heaps of audience participation, this mesmerising show will be brought to life in unforgettable style, perfect for both seasoned theatre-goers and newcomers to Shakespeare’s work. Not to be missed!

This is outdoor theatre at its best in the Paddock of Canons Ashby – bring a picnic, rugs or picnic chairs and wrap up warm!

This event will go ahead whatever the weather, unless it’s unsafe to do so. Please dress for the weather, whatever it brings.

The shop and Tack-Room will be open until 5pm. The Tack-Room will re-open during the interval.

Pre-booking essential, £16 adults (18+), £12 children (3-17), young children 0-2 years free. Family ticket £48 (two adults and two children). Best for ages 8+

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult The Tempest Adult Ticket£16.00
Child The Tempest Child Ticket£12.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
The Tempest Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children£48.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 03442491895

Suitability

This is aimed at families

Meeting point

Head to the main visitor car park. You may be directed to park in the overflow. Then follow directions to the paddock.

What to bring and wear

Bring something to sit on and a picnic. Please dress for whatever the weather will bring. This will go ahead whatever the weather, as long as it's safe to continue.

Accessibility

This is accessed over uneven grass. There will be an accessible portaloo in the area near the stage. Please ask for accessible parking on arrival.

Other

Remember this is open air theatre and it can get chilly in the evening. Please bring anything you may need. The Tack-Room will be open before the performance and during the interval to purchase snacks, drinks and ice creams. The shop will only be open before the performance begins.

Contact info

Central Box Office

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