Outdoor Theatre: Sense and Sensibility
Hero’s, heartbreak and debonair villains, all topped off with a dashing duel make this comedy of manners a production not to be missed during the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen. Friday 8th August at 7pm in Greyfriars' garden.
- Booking essential
2025 marks the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen, and what better to way to celebrate her life than to delve into the world of one of her finest novels.
The Dashwood sisters have a very different approach to their love lives. Elinor has much more Sense, but Marianne has a great deal of Sensibility. Whilst uninterested in the affections of a middle-aged man Marianne just can’t help herself when a dashing young hero appears on the scene.
Hero’s, heartbreak and debonair villains, all topped off with a dashing duel, will remind you why Austen was a master of her craft.
A cast of five actors and DOTS renowned comedic style make this comedy of manners a production not to be missed.
The café will be open serving a variety of refreshments.
Friday 8th August at 7pm. The show will last approx. 2 hours. Doors open 45 min before show starts.
Tickets sold by DOT Productions: Individual - £17.00.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £17.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0330 229 4491
- Meeting point
Please arrive at the archway entrance to Greyfriars on Friar Street where your tickets will be checked by a Steward.
- What to bring and wear
Make sure you bring a blanket or chair to sit on, and weather-appropriate gear as the performance will be held outdoors (please be mindful that umbrellas can block the view of others).
- Accessibility
Please note there are cobbles leading through the gateway, steps down to the garden and uneven surfaces throughout.
- Other
The Old Oak Café will be open before and during the interval of the show, selling a range of refreshments.
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