Two wealthy families, the Montagues and the Capulets, are at war. Their feud has been long and bitter. But when Romeo, Montague’s son, gatecrashes Capulet’s party in disguise, everything changes. There he meets Juliet, Capulet’s daughter, and the pair fall into an intense, forbidden love that sets in motion a chain of events leading to a devastating conclusion.
From a secret rendezvous in a moonlit garden to a fateful duel under the scorching Verona sun, Shakespeare masterfully explores the enduring power of love, revenge and fate in one of his best-loved stories. But the surprising thing about this iconic tragedy is that it’s extremely funny too!
Performed by Illyria in the great outdoors, this fast-paced, polished, beautifully spoken production has been created using only the First Folio text, the most authoritative edition of Shakespeare’s plays. Illyria first performed this terrific play more than two decades ago to critical acclaim worldwide. This summer it returns for a third time: passionate, poetic, and utterly gripping!
Running time (approx): 2hrs 20min (inc 20–minute interval)
Please click the link to see our explanation of suitability for all ages. (All children must be accompanied by an adult)
Please bring your own seating/rug, suitable clothing and a picnic. We’d recommend suncream/hats/insect repellent or raincoats/warm clothing, depending on the weather. No umbrellas, please. Picnics warmly encouraged.
Only assistance dogs are permitted. Venue is wheelchair accessible. Care should be taken on access paths, especially in inclement conditions.
Event Details
All tickets carry a small booking fee shown at time of purchase
Ticketing Provider https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/illyria/t-eavzaav
Gates Open at 6:00PM
Starts at 7:00PM
