Theatre in the Forest: Hamlet presented by Red Rose Chain Theatre Company
Suffolk’s biggest outdoor theatre event, Theatre in the Forest returns to Sutton Hoo for another summer of Shakespeare with an unforgettable production of Hamlet!
- Booking essential
Join us as Theatre in the Forest returns to Sutton Hoo. With its high energy, colourful and imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, Theatre in the Forest is accessible and fun for audiences of all ages.
Sutton Hoo, a place steeped in the ancient history of Kings is the perfect setting for Hamlet. In Denmark, Prince Hamlet discovers that his father was murdered by his mother’s new husband Claudius. He decides to take revenge, but discovers it’s not as simple as he thought…
With spooky ghosts, poisonous treachery, and heartbreaking love, HAMLET promises to be the must see show of the year!
Arrive from 5pm to enjoy a wander around the Sutton Hoo landscape. The King's River Café will be open until the show starts for hot and cold drinks and snacks. You won't need to worry about packing up a picnic as we'll be joined by a hot food concession throughout the run. The gift shop will also be open before the show begins. During the interval, the King's River Café will re-open along with an outlet situated next to the seating area which will be serving sweets, ice creams and hot chocolate.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £32.00 |
| Concession | £14.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Over 65 | £27.00 |
| Family, 2A 2C | £83.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 01473 603388
- Suitability
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Meeting point
Once you have parked your vehicle, head to the courtyard to get checked in.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoor event so please wear suitable clothing for the weather.
- Accessibility
Pathways to the venue are flat, with wheelchair access and seating and close-up parking/drop-off point to offer the shortest possible distance between your vehicle and the outdoor auditorium. Accessible toilets available. To reserve an accessible space please ensure you tick the options you want in the Additional Details when you book online.
Upcoming events
Time Team Live - Excavation (Sold Out)
Help us discover the next chapter of Sutton Hoo’s history by being a part of our excavation with Time Team. Book your place here to be part of the volunteer excavation team. Please see separate listing for finds processing volunteers.
Time Team Live - Finds Processing (Sold Out)
Help us discover the next chapter of Sutton Hoo’s history by being a part of our excavation with Time Team. Book your place here to be part of the volunteer finds processing team. Please see separate listing for excavation volunteers.
Time Team Live at Sutton Hoo
Join us as Time Team return for a second year of their exciting research project at Sutton Hoo.
Anglo-Saxon costume demonstration
Meet our historic costume volunteers as they demonstrate the craft skills of the Anglo-Saxons and how they created clothing and accessories using natural materials.