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Theatre in the Forest: A Midsummer's Night's Dream presented by Red Rose Chain Theatre Company

Suffolk’s biggest outdoor theatre event returns to Sutton Hoo for its big 25th anniversary for another unforgettable summer of Shakespeare!

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Suffolk’s biggest and best loved outdoor theatre event, Theatre in the Forest returns to Sutton Hoo this summer for its big 25th anniversary! What better play to celebrate than with one of Shakespeare’s greatest comedies, A Midsummer Night’s Dream! It’s a story with something for everyone - from small children to Shakespeare fans. With fairies, magic, and whole lot of hilarious mischief, it makes for the most enchanting midsummer nights at Sutton Hoo.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult (Over 65)£26.00
Adult £31.00
Adult (Family (2 adults, 2 children))£79.00
Concession £13.00

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

Upcoming events

Event

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.

Event summary

on
4 May to 30 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 15:00
+ 51 other dates or times
Event

Evening Chorus Guided Walk 

As the sun begins to set enjoy the sound of birdsong as it fills the landscape of Sutton Hoo.

Event summary

on
4 May to 18 May 2024
at
20:00 to 22:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Dawn Chorus Guided Walk 

Prepare for an early start to hear nature's very own concert to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day.

Event summary

on
5 May 2024
at
06:00 to 08:00
Event

Sunrise Anglo-Saxon myth and magic tour 

As the sun rises over the Anglo-Saxon Royal Burial Ground, soak up the atmosphere and discover more about the people who were laid to rest at Sutton Hoo and how they viewed the world around them.

Event summary

on
5 May 2024
at
06:30 to 08:00