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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

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £32.00
Concession £14.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket 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.

Contact info

Red Rose Chain Theatre Company

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