Outdoor Theatre: Romeo and Juliet
A passionate, poetic and utterly gripping production of this Shakespeare favourite brought to Exbury by Illyria this summer.
Shakespeare states in the opening lines of this play that we are going to see an explosive swash-buckling romance. But the surprise he has in store for us is that it’s extremely funny too! The Montagues and the Capulets are at war with one another - but when Montague's son gatecrashes Capulet’s party in disguise and falls in love with Capulet's daughter, a chain-reaction of events is set in motion which has a devastating conclusion. Illyria last performed this terrific play ten years ago; the production was Critic's Choice in Edinburgh, attracted 5-star reviews in Canada and received a nomination for Best of Fringe in Vancouver. So don't miss out this time around when the play lands in Exbury.
Running time (approx): 2hrs 20mins (inc 20 minute interval). Gates open at 6pm, performance starts at 7pm.
Suitable for all ages.
Please bring picnic blankets or chairs as seating is not provided.
