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Theatre in the Forest: Twelfth Night 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 Twelfth Night!

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Suffolk’s biggest and best loved outdoor theatre event Theatre in the Forest returns to Sutton Hoo for another unforgettable summer of Shakespeare under the stars. Join us on the island of Illyria this summer for Shakespeare’s hilarious romance of mistaken identity! Shipwrecked twins Viola and Sebastian are separated, each assuming that the other is drowned. When Viola disguises herself as a boy to work for the Count Orsino, a hilarious comedy of mistaken identity and misunderstandings unfolds, full of romance, revenge and...yellow stockings! If you loved Hamlet last summer, or if you’re completely new to the bard, you will love this production of Twelfth Night. With more spectacular puppetry, incredible music and laugh-out loud comedy, there’s something for all the family to enjoy!

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. 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

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £33.00
Concession £15.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Over 65£28.00
Family, 2A 2C£87.00

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.

Contact info

Red Rose Chain Theatre Company

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