'I like this place and willingly could waste my time in it'
Within the confines of the corporate, tech-obsessed world of the Court, the present is grinding, life is passing by and the future feels bleak. But when Rosalind is abruptly dismissed by her uncle, rather than despair, she and her cousin, Celia seize the opportunity for a fresh start, assuming new identities and embracing the liberty and joy of the Forest of Arden.
Those who venture to the Forest find rejuvenation in this bohemian world, free of the hardships of their former lives. They experience love, transformation and the delight of empowerment, switching off, and 'wasting' time. Fuelled by live music, sharp wit and the giddiness of falling in love, this jubilant ensemble production of As You Like It serves as a reminder to do what you love and remember how to live! Suitable for all ages, join us this summer for Sun & Moon Theatre's take on Shakespeare's most uplifting comedy, performed creatively and joyously by a tight-knit ensemble of five actors.
Review of As You Like It:
★★★★ “Sun and Moon Theatre’s delightful production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ is a perfect antidote to the political intrigues and rivalries of the city. Like the characters banished to the Forest of Arden, we, the audience, can escape the skulduggery and backstabbing of the day, taking refuge in dappled sunlight and leafy trees and experiencing the healing power of nature – an idyll where there is no mobile phone signal and we can raise our eyes from the screen long enough to talk, make music, and fall in love at first sight all over again. With umpteen costume changes, doubling up, lots of physical comedy and a fast pace, this is a summer’s delight. Sun and Moon bring an authentic, intelligent sweetness to their work.”
Reviews of past productions:
★★★★★ ‘Sun & Moon Theatre have worked their magic once again. Whether you are a fan of the works of Shakespeare or not I would urge you to catch this company in action and see why they are so popular with audiences of all ages’
★★★★★ 'Creative genius ... magical'
★★★★ 'Shakespeare at its best’
Sun & Moon Theatre are thrilled to be returning to The Willow Globe. Based in the South West, Sun & Moon Theatre specialise in Shakespeare and their ethos is making Shakespeare for all, focusing on producing accessible and entertaining productions for a wide range of audiences, always asking ‘Why this play now?’. They work with original text, using Quarto and First Folio scripts. They adapt their show to every audience and performance space and their goal is always to entertain and invite their audiences to share in brilliant stories, text and characters that have stood the test of time.
Performance time is 120 minutes including interval
Tickets:
Adults £14, U16s £7, Family (2 adults, 2 U16s) £35
This show is supported by Arts Council Wales Night Out scheme
