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THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from the RSC. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (Eastenders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, Shakespeare’s classic is transported to 1930s Britain in this ground-breaking new production from acclaimed director Brigid Larmour. Tensions in London’s East End are rising and Shylock, a resilient single mother and hard-working businesswoman, is desperate to protect her daughter’s future. When the charismatic merchant Antonio comes to…
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Following the sad passing of the writer and director of A Summer in the South, the decision has been made to postpone this event. A new date is to be confirmed. We will be contacting customers to offer a full refund, however if you would like to contact the Box Office directly please call on 01684 892277 (Mon-Sat, 10.30am-8pm). A Tribute to Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette Two of our most distinguished actors, Michael Maloney and Nichola McAuliffe present this fascinating portrait of Colette, the…
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AND THEN THERE WERE NONE Ten strangers are lured to a solitary mansion off the coast of Devon. When a storm cuts them off from the mainland, the true reason for their presence on the island becomes horribly clear. “None of us will ever leave this island” Directed by Lucy Bailey (Witness for the Prosecution, Love from a Stranger), this brand-new production of the bestselling crime novel of all time will keep you on the edge of your seat.…
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Robert Fox, Jonathan Church Theatre Productions and Theatre Royal Bath Productions present RUPERT EVERETT and JULIAN WADHAM in A VOYAGE ROUND MY FATHER by John Mortimer Directed by Richard Eyre BAFTA and Golden Globe nominee Rupert Everett stars in John Mortimer’s celebrated autobiographical play. Growing up in the shadow of a brilliant and eccentric barrister, a man whose tea-time conversation could take in music hall, adultery, evolution, the ridiculous inconvenience of sex, Shakespeare, and the importance of avoiding anything…
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Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope – but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park!? From the creative team behind ‘The Hairy Maclary show’ and ‘You Choose’ – see all 3 of Nick Sharratt’s ‘Shark in the Park’ books live on Stage! Featuring Shark in the Park, Shark in the Dark and Shark in the Park on a Windy Day – this fin-tastic, family musical follows Timothy Pope (and his telescope!) on 3 exciting adventures… “Nick Sharratt’s clever and simple keyhole books for early years have had a triumphant…
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The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story THE WOMAN IN BLACK returns to MALVERN THEATRES DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END, after an incredible 33 year run at the Fortune Theatre. The Woman in Black brilliantly delivers atmosphere, illusion and horror! Experience the thrill and excitement of this critically-acclaimed international theatre event that has been seen by over 7 million people worldwide, and continues to delight and terrify audiences of all generations. Obsessed with a curse that he believes…
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A new story inspired by the classic novel by Mary Shelley Written and directed by Séan Aydon. 1943. Whilst Europe tears itself apart, two women hide from their past at what feels like the very end of the world. And one of them has a terrifying story to tell… “I created life. You don’t believe me but it’s true. I didn’t start from scratch of course but out of portions and odd ends I made something –alive. But what…
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Tess is a groundbreaking adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s classic novel Tess of the D’Urbervilles. An ensemble of performers weave together Hardy’s words and the extreme physicality of circus to tell this tale of power, loss and endurance. Against a backdrop of shifting projections the cast wield wooden planks, climb shifting walls and move through ropes and swathes of linen to evoke the vast landscapes and interior worlds of Hardy’s Wessex. It is a story which still has extraordinary relevance…
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Skylight Written by David Hare Directed by Stephen Daldry ★★★★★ ‘Moving picture of politics and love’ Guardian Returning to the big screen after nearly ten years, Bill Nighy (Living) and Carey Mulligan (Promising Young Woman) feature in the critically acclaimed revival of David Hare’s play, directed by Stephen Daldry (The Audience). On a bitterly cold London evening, schoolteacher Kyra receives an unexpected visit from her former lover. As the evening progresses, the two attempt to rekindle their once passionate…
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The Award winning Flabbergast Theatre bring a rambunctious approach to Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Goblins and Sprites run amok as the King and Queen of the Faeries settle a spat causing havoc among the humans caught up in their machinations. Combining a respectful approach to the text and a creative focus on storytelling, Flabbergast bring the magic of midsummer alive with physical comedy, folk song, dance, and expert use of European theatre arts. Photo credit: Flabbergast…
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