Play’s natural stage (From Evesham Journal)
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Play’s natural stage
12:00pm Thursday 21st June 2012 in Theatre
A scene from the Little English Theatre company’s open-air production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
AN historic hotel will provide the backdrop for a unique adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s best-loved plays.
The Little English Theatre are staging an open-air production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the grounds of the Best Western Salford Hall, near Evesham.
While staying true to the traditional presentation of this enchanting tale, the theatre company will bring its own unique flavour to the play. Director Stephan Bessant said: “Our productions are designed to bring a new brand of warmth, intimacy and spontaneity to outdoor theatre, transcending the boundaries between audience and performers.”
In A Midsummer Night’s Dream, enemies fall in love, an actor becomes an ass and the fairy kingdom battles over a servant boy, all because of a mischievous fairy called Puck. There will be plenty of audience interaction and live music adds the finishing touches to a magical evening of theatre under the stars.
A hog roast will be available and audiences are welcome to bring a picnic.
The production is described as a unique experience for all the family, with the natural environment becoming the stage. The performance on Friday, June 29, begins at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £15 for adults and £10 for children aged six to 16.
For more information visit thelittleenglishtheatre.co.uk.
To book, contact Best Western Salford Hall on 01386 871300.
