CHAPTERHOUSE THEATRE COMPANY
Presents
Open-air garden theatre UK and Ireland 2011
Magical Theatre in Magical Surroundings
Cranford
Directed by Rebecca Gadsby
The Taming of the Shrew
Directed by Rebecca Gadsby, Music Composed by Richard Main
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Directed by Andrew Ashenden, Music Composed by Richard Main
Sense and Sensibility
Directed by Rebecca Gadsby
Snow White
Script by Laura Turner, Music and lyrics by Richard Main and Laura Turner
‘A brilliant staging of Jane Austen's classic’ Michael Hunter, Shields Gazette, 2011
“not only beautiful, but also laugh out loud funny and incredibly well acted”
Don't Delay, 2010
Chapterhouse Theatre Company is touring five wonderful new productions across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland, from June to September 2011. In a season of magical, mysterious and romantic characters, Chapterhouse is performing some of the best-loved stories of literature. We pride ourselves on producing accessible, traditional but innovative shows that have entertained thousands of theatregoers throughout the UK and Ireland.
“played to perfection” Worthing Herald 2011
‘Don’t miss…the perfect evening’ The Daily Express
If you would like any further information regarding tickets for competitions and press reviews, interviews with directors/actors or details for specific venues please contact Chelsey Cottrill on 01522 569777 or leave a message with our office staff. We will always be glad to hear from you.
CHAPTERHOUSE THEATRE COMPANY
Open-air garden theatre UK and Ireland 2011
Foreword
Magical Theatre in Magical Surroundings
Chapterhouse Theatre Company enters its 12th season of touring open-air theatre at some of the most beautiful country houses, castles and heritage sites across the UK and Ireland.
From a first year of performances at some thirty venues with Romeo and Juliet in 2000, the company has established itself as one of the most successful and acclaimed touring companys in the country. In previous years the company has toured with a variety of shows including Shakespeare’s, Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night and The Taming of The Shrew together with performances of classic works such as The Mystery Plays and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. In 2004 the company produced the first West End show ever to tour open-air, ART directed by Nigel Havers.
In 2011 Chapterhouse is performing in over one hundred of Britain and Ireland's most beautiful and idyllic garden settings, such as Woburn Abbey, Savill Gardens and Fountains Abbey, the perfect venues for garden and theatre lovers alike. Open-air theatre lends itself perfectly to pre-show picnics creating an enjoyable and memorable experience for the audience. A wonderful opportunity for friends and family to sit back and enjoy the pleasure of each other’s company whilst indulging in a glass of chilled summer wine and watching a fantastic evening of entertainment.
Whether a play seen under the stars or during an afternoon of summer’s bliss, Chapterhouse welcomes you to their 2011 season.
"...an entertaining performance."
"...this confident company should be commended for their enthusiastic production"
Lisa Whitbread, The Stage – 2010
“A charming, accessible and most enjoyable production”
Fraser Marshall, The Leicester Mercury – 2010
‘Open-air theatre at it’s best’
Richard Parr, Eastern Daily Press – 2009
‘an energetic and lively performance’
Fiona Reid, Annandale Observer – 2011
‘not to be missed’
Worthing Herald - 2011
‘Delightful...enthusiastic...entertaining company’
The Stage – 2010
'well received by the sell out crowd’
Annandale Observer - 2011
If you would like any further information regarding tickets for competitions and press reviews, interviews with directors/actors or details for specific venues please contact Chelsey Cottrill on 01522 569 777 or leave a message with our office staff. We will always be glad to hear from you.
Open-Air Garden Theatre 2011
Cranford
Written By Laura Turner
Adapted from the novel by Elizabeth Gaskell
Written By Laura Turner
Adapted from the novel by Elizabeth Gaskell
Relax into a lazy summer’s evening of delightful entertainment as Chapterhouse transports you to the sleepy Victorian town of Cranford. Based on Elizabeth Gaskell’s classic novel, this brand-new adaptation of Cranford will bring a smile to young and old alike as the adventures and dramas of life in the countryside are brought to a picturesque venue near you as part of the national celebrations of Gaskell's bicentenary.
The Taming of the Shrew
By William Shakespeare
By William Shakespeare
The battle of the sexes is in full swing as Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents one of Shakespeare’s most wonderful comedies. Feisty Katherina meets her match in Petruchio, who slowly manages to woo the shrew with a somewhat unconventional courtship. Merriment will meet the magic of true love under beautiful summer skies at some of the UK and Ireland’s most spectacular venues. Be sure to join Chapterhouse in 2011, as tricks, tantrums and lovers’ tiffs create a hilarious evening’s entertainment.
Sense and Sensibility
Written By Laura Turner
Adapted from the novel by Jane Austen
Adapted from the novel by Jane Austen
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for an evening of Regency wonderment as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the excitingly decadent world of eighteenth-century high society. Follow the sisters as they fall in love, make mistakes and experience heartbreak for the first time in their quest to find a balance between sense and sensibility.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
By William Shakespeare
Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's glorious romantic comedy, 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. This magical evening is simply the best in family entertainment as flitting fairies, forest bound lovers and raucous tradesmen all join to create the perfect summer evening. With music especially written for Shakespeare's magnificent verse, lovely costumes and a splendid band of travelling players, this promises to be one of the finest evenings entertainment the summer has to offer.
Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's glorious romantic comedy, 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. This magical evening is simply the best in family entertainment as flitting fairies, forest bound lovers and raucous tradesmen all join to create the perfect summer evening. With music especially written for Shakespeare's magnificent verse, lovely costumes and a splendid band of travelling players, this promises to be one of the finest evenings entertainment the summer has to offer.
Snow White
By Laura Turner
By Laura Turner
Children and adults alike will adore this lovely new adaptation of such a familiar story, set in some of the most beautiful gardens in the UK. Snow White is a lovely traditional fun filled show where six 1940s’ children decide to perform their own version of the tale one hot summer’s afternoon. Join the children and their special friend Milky-White the cow and a host of woodland creatures for a wonderful afternoon’s entertainment – and don’t forget to come in fancy dress for the Fairytale Parade during the interval!
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