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WHAT'S ON
THE ELIZABETHAN EVENING
PRESENTS ROBIN HOOD
Adapted by Oliver Gray
Performed by
Illyria Theatre Company
6:30pm, Sunday 30th July 2023
Illyria is back! This summer, the award winning company presents Robin Hood, an action packed heist for the whole family. This fast moving production delivers huge laughs, swashbuckling adventures, and well deserved revenge!
With King Richard away at war, the rich will break every rule to seize power. And they’re ready to play dirty! Luckily, so is the swashbuckling Robin Hood and his misfit rebels. They plot to bring down the greedy Sheriff of Nottingham and every other villain along the way.
Pack a picnic and join us for a fantastic performance in the beautiful, historic grounds of Manor Farm, Corsley, in Wiltshire.
Running time (approx): 1hr 50min (including 20 minute interval)
Suitable for ages 8+
If you would prefer to buy tickets over the phone then please contact
Claire da Costa on 01373 832113
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
AT HEYWOOD HOUSE
By Jane Austen
Performed by
Illyria Theatre Company
4:00pm, Sunday 3rd September 2023
We are delighted to welcome back internationally acclaimed theatre group, Illyria, to Heywood House for an outdoor performance of Jane Austen’s classic, ‘Pride and Prejudice’. Join us for an afternoon of live theatre and merriment, and why not upgrade your ticket to include one of our delicious homemade cream teas to be enjoyed within the beautiful grounds of the estate.
Heywood House has a fascinating history of over 400 years and is now transformed into dedicated offices, meeting rooms and co-working spaces for the business community. The classic country estate is set within 30 acres of glorious grounds and parklands with stunning views of the Westbury White Horse and beyond. The show takes place in our outdoor theatre, situated behind the stunning walled garden, converted from a pit where previous owner, Baron Ludlow, once upon a time would have had his coach and horses washed after a long journey.
Performed by Illyria
Illyria’s production of Jane Austen’s glorious social comedy attracted sell-out audiences for a total of six years. It toured throughout the UK and Europe, attracted nationwide critical acclaim. In a whirlwind of balls, dinners and very eligible officers, Lizzy Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy stand alone as the only sane, thoughtful people – and they hate each other! Or do they? Can she see beyond his pride, and can he overcome her prejudice, in order to achieve happiness? If your idea of Jane Austen is stuffy costume drama then this sparkling adaptation may make you change your mind. Bring a picnic and have a ball as the irrepressible Illyria sharpen their claws to bring you Jane Austen at her vibrant, bitchy best!
Running time (approx): 2hrs 20min (including 20 minute interval)
Suitable for ages 8+
The company has won 4 international “Best Performance” awards and attracted numerous ‘5-star” and ‘Critics’ Choice” reviews for the lively clarity of its approach to performances.
Tickets: £16 Adults, £14 Heywood House Members
£12 Children (8-15)
Homemade Cream Teas £5 per person, served from 2:30pm
If you would prefer to buy tickets over the phone then please contact
Claire da Costa on 01373 832113
PAST EVENTS
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
AT HEYWOOD HOUSE
By William Shakespeare
Performed by
Illyria Theatre Company
4:00pm, Sunday 4th September 2022
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, explores every colour in the spectrum of love, from arranged marriage to elopement, from infatuation to hatred, from chivalric devotion to raw sex. Add to this bawdy mix a heady brew of confusion, magic, and mischief, and you have the most perfectly frothy comedy for a moonlit summer evening set within the picturesque grounds of Heywood House.
Now in its 30th year, Illyria has delighted audiences the length and breadth of the UK, and in the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, France and the United States and Canada performing some of the most well-loved productions on offer. The company has won 4 international "Best Performance" awards and attracted numerous '5-star" and 'Critics' Choice" reviews for the lively clarity of its approach to Shakespeare's plays and other performances.
SHAKESPEARE'S WEEKEND 2019
Debate at Mells:
“Shakespeare, Prospero
and The Island"
6.30pm for 7.00pm, Friday 7th September 2019
Mells Tithe Barn
Mells, Somerset, BA11 3PN
Join a discussion between: Clare Asquith,
Professor Gerard Kilroy and Cyril Kinsky QC
Chaired by Professor Gerard Kilroy
Theatre at Corsley:
The Tempest
2.30pm for 3:00pm, Sunday 8th September 2019
The Elizabethan Playhouse
Manor Farm, Corsley, Wiltshire, BA12 7QE
Performed by Illyria
Award Winning Theatre Company
Introduction by Professor Gerard Kilroy
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
By Charles Dickens
performed by
CHAPTERHOUSE THEATRE COMPANY
7:30pm, Thursday 6th December 2018
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On Christmas Eve, the most magical night of the year, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is whisked away on a journey through the past and into the future, accompanied by three fearsome ghosts determied to show him the true meaning of Christmas. This Winter, Charles Dickens' classic ghost story is brought alive in a traditional production, complete with beautiful period costume, song, dance and a magnificent musical score. Join critically-acclaimed theatre company Chapterhouse and see whether Scrooge's frozen heart will melt in time for Christmas Day...
SHAKESPEARE'S WEEKEND 2018
Debate at Mells:
“Who Was Shakespeare?”
6.30pm for 7.00pm, Saturday 15 September
Mells Park
Mells, Somerset, BA11 3QB
Between Oxfordian Alexander Waughand
Stratfordian Clare, Countess of
Oxford and Asquith
Chaired by Professor Gerard Kilroy
Theatre at Corsley:
The Merchant of Venice
2.00pm for 2:30pm, Sunday 16 September
The Elizabethan Playhouse
Manor Farm, Corsley, Wiltshire, BA12 7QE
Performed by Illyria
Award Winning Theatre Company
Summary by Professor Gerard Kilroy