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Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night

27 Aug 2025 - 27 Aug 2025

Join The Lord Chamberlains Men this summer, in their 21st year, for Shakespeares greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. With a history stretching back to William Shakespeares original company, they present this joyous play as he first saw it in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance. If music be the food of love play on! Orsino, Duke of Illyria, is desperately in love with Countess Olivia. But she, in mourning for her brother, has sworn off all men. Suddenly Viola, separated from her twin brother in a shipwreck and now disguised as a man, enters Orsinos court as his servant and turns everyones world upside down. Sent to woo Olivia on Orsinos behalf, Viola is stunned to find herself the object of Olivias affections and, as Olivia falls in love with Viola, so Viola falls in love with Orsino. Add Violas twin brother Sebastian into the mix and the scene is set! O time, thou must untangle this, not I. It is too hard a knot for me to untie. Romantic confusion, mistaken identity, infamous cross-gartered yellow stockings and riotous disorder abounds in Shakespeares hilarious and lyrical romantic comedy about love, its many and glorious facets, and the mess it can make of us all. Nothing that is so, is so. Bring a chair and a picnic and prepare to be entertained and transported. Book early to avoid missing out! Authenticity | Excellence | Magic Any enquiries please call 0208 852 5761 or email [email protected] more information about access tickets please visit tlcm.co.uk/carer-tickets [//www.tlcm.co.uk/carer-tickets]. The performance running time is approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes including a 15-minute interval. PLEASE NOTE: Patrons are required to bring a chair/blanket/something to sit on. Seating is NOT provided. Only assistance dogs are permitted at this performance. Doors open 1 hour before the event starts All tickets are non-refundable.
Macbeth - Caernarfon Castle

Macbeth - Caernarfon Castle

16 Jul 2025 - 16 Jul 2025

The Duke's Theatre Company's production of Macbeth offers a dynamic reimagining of Shakespeares classic tragedy. Known for their bold and innovative interpretations, the company brings a contemporary edge to the dark tale of ambition, murder, and madness. Director Robert Shaw Cameron ( Coronation Street, Regents Park Open Air Theatre, Sheffield Crucible ) and designer Jessica Curtis ( Hampstead Theatre, Almeida Theatre, Royal National Theatre ) make a production with a cast of six industry leading actors. With a strong focus on the psychological unravelling of the protagonists, this adaptation takes The Dukes into a new era of open-air Summer touring. Running time: 2 hours, including a 15 minute interval. Gates open: 45 minutes before the performance. Tickets: E-tickets are preferred (to be shown on smart phones or tablets). Paper tickets are also accepted. If e-tickets or paper tickets are a problem for you, we can find your name on the system. Carers Tickets: All carers go free at our events. If you are an audience member who requires a carer to attend with you, please first of all book your own ticket, then email [email protected] with name, email address and booking number along with proof of the carers status and we will email you a complimentary carers ticket. We accept the following as proof of carers status: - Attendance Allowance Letter (AA) - Carers Allowance Letter of Award - Disability Living Allowance Letter (DLA) - Personal Independence Payments (PIP) - Armed Forces Independence Payments (AFIP) - Valid Blue Badge Seating: Seating is not provided. Please bring fold up garden chairs, camping chairs or blankets. People on blankets will be advised to sit in the first 5 metres in front of the stage. The production is supported by a PA system, with each actor individually amplified. Getting Here: Caernarfon is located in Gwynedd on the north coast of Wales, from London take the A40, then the M40 until the junction with the M42, continue on the M42 and take the M6 up to junction 20 and exit on to the M56, take the exit to North Wales, continue on the M56 until the A494, then take the A55 up to junction 10, then exit on to the A4087 that will take you to Caernarfon. From Cardiff the distance is approx 173 miles with a journey time of 4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes. From Cardiff take north road, then the A470 all the way until the junction with the A487, then take the A487 to Caernarfon. There are Parking facilities available on site (chargeable). For those using Satellite Navigation systems the postcode to use is LL55 2AY. By Train:From central London there are services from London Euston station to Bangor railway station The journey time is approx 3 hours 15 minutes. From Bangor it is 10 miles to the castle, visitors can get a taxi to get from Bangor to the castle. From Cardiff there are services to Bangor station with a journey time of approx 4 hours 10 minutes, from Bangor visitors can take a taxi to the castle. Parking: There are many car parks in and around Caernarfon town, including a long stay public car park at the waterfront, adjacent to the castle. Accessibility: The main entrance to the castle is approached by a pedestrian ramp which leads to the ticket office. From here there is level access into the castle's inner courtyard. Level surfaces ramps and a chairlift allow access to the castle grounds. Wheelchair access is possible into the performance area. Toilets: Visitor Toilets are available at this site. Access Toilets are also available at this site. Dogs: Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to our performances. We appreciate that most dogs are well behaved, but it only takes one pinched meat pie or canine stage invasion, and chaos ensues! It has to be one rule for all. Food and Drink: Picnicking is encouraged before and during the performance, and at the interval. There is no bar or refreshment facility at this venue. Players Picnic for two - 28.99 Make the evening complete with a freshly made Players Picnic for two. Enjoy a fine selection of cheese and biscuits with chutney, fresh strawberries, olives and a beautiful charcuterie selection as well as a branded canvas tote gag and souvenir programme. You can even upgrade and add a bottle of Sensas Pinot Noir, showing violets and sweet red berries on the nose, the palate is rich, velvety and full, with well-integrated oak for 16. We recommend the Players Picnic for two is booked in advance the option to purchase is at the time of booking. Simply pre book your picnic and collect it, chilled and packaged, on the way into the performance. There will be a limited number of picnics available to purchase on the night. LEARN MORE: www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/players-picnic-for-two [http://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/players-picnic-for-two] Weather and Cancellations: Please be prepared for performances to continue in all eventualities, with the exception of persistent rain and/or wind. For Weather, Refunds and Rain Exchange Tickets, click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/weather-and-exchanges FAQs: For an extensive list of answers to frequently asked questions, click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/faq

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