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Illyria: Much Ado About Nothing

Tue 24 Aug 2021
Theatre - Open Air
Open-Air

Illyria: Much Ado About Nothing

£13.00 Full price
£10.00 Supporter learn more
This production has already happened
The 2021 Open-Air Theatre Festival is kindly sponsored by Bond Oxborough Phillips

by William Shakespeare

Claudio loves Hero, and Benedick hates Beatrice. This is just as well, because Hero loves Claudio and Beatrice hates Benedick. Everyone laughs when Don Pedro plays a trick on Benedick and Beatrice, letting each think that they are secretly loved by the other. But it is no laughing matter when Don John plays a trick on Claudio and Hero, deceiving Claudio into thinking that Hero is not faithful to him. Murderous rage is unleashed, and death can be the only solution... Or can it? Perhaps one last trick may resurrect the innocent dead, restore broken relationships - and even create an unlikely union of Benedick and Beatrice! In their 29th open-air touring season, and renowned all over the world for their clarity, quality and ingenuity, Illyria stick to their home-turf: Shakespearean comedy.

£13 Full Price

£10 Plough Supporters/Groups of 10+ /per person for Families (parent/s with child/children under 18yrs)

10 Key Worker tickets available at £6.50

Box Office: 01805 624624  or book online

 

Pre-order your picnic for the show https://gardentickets.rhs.org.uk/rhsrm/sessions.aspx?tid=48
Refreshments available at the interval from our Keepers Retreat - Hot drinks, cold drinks, ice cream and tasty snacks.

Below are answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the whole Open-Air Theatre Season:

  • We will be following government advice with regard to social distancing
  • Ticket holders enjoy free access to the gardens two hours before 7pm performances and one hour before earlier performances. (Earlier if attending a pre-show drama workshop)
  • Most performances last approx 2 hours with a 20 mins interval (check event details for precise running time)
  • Minimum ages are advisory
  • High quality refreshments and drinks are available at most venues.
  • Bring low back seating, blankets, and picnics if desired. No seating is provided.
  • An area for people on blankets is reserved at the front.
  • Well behaved dogs are welcome at most venues.
  • The following may be useful: A torch, insect repellent, an umbrella (or sunshade!)
  • 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.
  • Most venues have level access, adjacent parking and toilet facilities suitable for disabled people.
  • For specific access information please call the box office on 01805 624624 or the individual venue via their website.
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor: Assistance dogs only.
Running time 120 minutes

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