Outdoor theatre: As You Like It by The HandleBards
Pedalling from venue to venue with their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.
- Booking essential
Join the HandleBards at Wentworth Castle Gardens for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’.
In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos and a great deal of laughter.
What’s the play about? Well - Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match.
'As You Like It' will be performed in the beautiful grounds of Stainborough Castle. This is an outdoor production, so please bring a blanket or chair to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the weather!
The performance will run from 6.30pm - 8.30pm with a 20 minute interval. Ticket holder gardens entry from 5pm, allowing you extra time to explore out of usual open hours.
The distance from the Visitor car park to the Castle is around 1km, up a hill. Please take this into account when planning your evening.
Pedalling from venue to venue, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.
To book, please click 'Check availability'. Please note, you will be redirected to an external website. The National Trust are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Early bird price | £16.00 |
| Adult Standard price | £19.00 |
| Child Under 5's free | £0.00 |
| Child 12 and under | £3.50 |
| Concession 21 and under | £11.50 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call N/A. Email info@handlebards.com
- Accessibility
The Castle is 1km uphill from the car park. A buggy shuttle service will be available to transport visitors with mobility needs. You can also book a mobility scooter by emailing in advance, if you will rely on this to access the performance please check availability before booking your tickets. For safety reasons, mobility scooters are not allowed inside the castle, wheelchair transfer available.
- Meeting point
The performance will be staged at Stainborough Castle.
- Suitability for children
Under 5's are free - no ticket needed!
- What to bring and wear
Bring along a picnic to enjoy and a blanket or chair to sit on. Please dress for the weather. In case of rain, ponchos and raincoats are preferred as umbrellas may block the view for others.
- Other
Not suitable for dogs
Contact info
Business Services and Booking Enquiries
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