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Four Forty Theatre present 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' & 'Twelfth Night' by Shakespeare

Wed 21 Aug 2024
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Four Forty Theatre present 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' & 'Twelfth Night' by Shakespeare

In the open air at Hartland Abbey

£15.00 Full price
£13.00 Concession 
£13.00 Supporter learn more
£11 Under 18s
£12.50 Groups of 6+ (price per person)
This production has already happened
Refreshments TBC
Related event: A Midsummer Night's Dream Drama Wksp 8-12yrs

Four Forty Theatre are back with a British Summertime Shakespeare Double Bill!

Twelfth Night and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, both performed in one night by only four actors in forty (ish!) minutes each! Experience the hilarity of two of the Bard’s best comedies condensed into short, side-splitting shows. In a mere 40 minutes each, they distill the essence of Shakespeare's masterpieces into uproarious performances. Prepare for an unforgettable night of laughter and with a British Seaside Twist!

2024 will see the company reach more people than ever before and they invite you to join them on their biggest tour to date! “This is an exceptionally special, hilarious, speedy tour of two of Shakespeare’s arguably greatest plays!” “Their inimitable style and charisma definitely set them apart as one of the most playfully ambitious theatre groups around!” 

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the 2024 Open-Air Theatre Festival:

 

Seating:

  • No seating is provided. Please bring low-back seating and/or blankets,
  • An area for people on blankets is reserved at the front.  
  • If you still wish to be socially distanced please sit towards the rear or sides of the audience area
  • Performances start at the stated time so please arrive in good time to take your seats

Tickets:

  • Disabled people are welcome to a free ticket for their carer/assistant. Please call the box office on 01805 624624
  • Every 11th ticket is free for group bookings. Available via the box office on 01805 624624
  • Tickets, if not sold out, are also available on the gate (cash or cards).
  • Ticket holders enjoy free access to the gardens two hours before 7pm performances and one hour before earlier performances. (Or earlier for pre-show drama workshop ticket holders)
  • Most performances last approx 2 hours with a 20 minute interval
  • Minimum ages are advisory only. Please use your discretion.

Refreshments:

  • Please support the high quality onsite catering/bar facilities that are available at most venues
  • Check with the individual venue for more details.
  • Hartland Abbey: Ring for details (tbc)
  • Castle Hill Filleigh: Tea/coffee sandwiches & cakes etc
  • Tapeley Park: Hot & cold food and bar                                     
  • Arlington Court (NT): Hot & cold food and bar             
  • Clovelly Court Park: Soft drinks + tea/coffee available.                          
  • Blackberry Farm Milton Damerel: Hot & cold food and bar       
  • Castle Hill Gardens, Torrington: Hot & cold food and bar
  • The Lodge, Eggesford: Bar and Barbecue         
  • Castle Drogo (NT): Please bring your own picnics/drinks          
  • Lapford Mill, Mid Devon: Hot & cold food and bar                               
  • Reforge Retreat: Bar and snacks available
  • Badock Gardens, Holsworthy: Teas/coffees/biscuits

 

Weather:

  • Performances continue regardless of the weather. Be prepared.
  • There are no indoor alternatives in case of bad weather.
  • In the event of electrical storm, tickets will be exchanged for another date.
  • The following may be useful: A torch, insect repellent, an umbrella (or sunshade!)

Dogs:

  • Well behaved dogs are welcome at most venues. Check with the venue. (Castle Drogo (NT): Assistance dogs only.)

Access:

  • Most venues have level access, adjacent parking and accessible toilet facilities. For specific access information please call the box office on 01805 624624 or contact the individual venue via their website.

Other Info:

  • Please bring cash for a raffle to support The Plough Arts Centre. £1 per ticket. One winner takes half the proceeds!
Running time 120 minutes

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