Plays in the Park 2010 Season

Captivate yourself in the magic of an open air theatre amongst the stunning setting of the Woburn Abbey Gardens. With two Shakespearean performances; a Charles Dickens classic, a Jane Austen romance and two children’s plays including Beauty and The Beast and Robin Hood; there is something for all to enjoy!

Bring your family and friends and join us in the Abbey Gardens with your blankets, low backed chairs, scrummy picnics and something chilled to drink and be transported away to worlds of romance, mystery, comedy and fairytales on a fine summer evening.

2010 Tickets

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Saturday 19th June 2010

Performed by Chapterhouse Theatre Company in the gardens of Woburn Abbey.

Gate open from 6.00pm, performance begins at 7.00pm

Tickets available to buy from the Woburn Abbey ticket kiosk on the day from 6.00pm. Please telephone 01525 290333 for further details.

• Adult £12.50
• Children/Senior Citizens/Students £8.00
• Family (2 adults and 2 children) £36.00

Introduction

Allow the mischievous Robin Goodfellow to spirit you away into the Athenian forest as Shakespeare's verse weaves its magic over you. Alive with magnificent costumes, wonderful sets and musical score composed especially for Shakespeare's beautiful language, Chapterhouse presents Shakespeare's renowned romantic comedy.

Much Ado About Nothing

Saturday 27th June 2010

Performed by The Chapterhouse Theatre Company in the gardens of Woburn Abbey.

Gate open from 2.00pm, performance begins at 3.00pm

Tickets available to buy from the Woburn Abbey ticket kiosk on the day from 6.00pm. Please telephone 01525 290333 for further details.

• Adult £11.00
• Children/Senior Citizens/Students £7.00
• Family (2 adults and 2 children) £30.00

Introduction

Raise a glass with family and friends this summer as you join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for an evening of true Shakespearian merriment under the stars. Much to the delight of the engaged Claudio and Hero, the inimitable Beatrice and her begrudging match Benedick are tricked into confessing their love for each other, with consequence both hilarious and heart-stoppingly romantic. As you picnic with family and friends beneath midsummer skies, allow the magic of the masquerade to capture your imagination and whisk you far away.

Great Expectations

Saturday 3rd July 2010

Performed by The Cambridge Touring Theatre in the gardens of Woburn Abbey.

Gates open from 6.00pm, with performances starting at 7.00pm.

Tickets available to buy from the Woburn Abbey ticket kiosk on the day from 6.00pm. Please telephone 01525 290333 for further details.

• Adult/Senior Citizens £12.50
• Children £8.00
• Family (2 adults and 2 children) £36.00

Pride and Prejudice

Saturday 10th July 2010

Performed by The Chapterhouse Theatre Company in the gardens of Woburn Abbey.

Gate open 6.00pm, with performances starting at 7.00pm

Tickets available for purchase from the Woburn Abbey ticket kiosk on the day from 6.00pm. Please telephone 01525 290333 for further details.

• Adult £12.50
• Children / Senior Citizen / Student £8.00
• Family (2 adults and 2 children) £36.00

Introduction

Indulge in a well known tale of two sisters' quest for love whilst their interfering mother engineers various courtships; picnic with family and friends in the magical surroundings of beautiful gardens at Woburn Abbey and enjoy a wonderful evening of theatre under the stars.

Beauty and the Beast

Sunday 18th July 2010

Performed by Chapterhouse Theatre Company in the gardens of Woburn Abbey.

Gates open from 2.00pm, with performances starting at 3pm.

Tickets available for purchase from the Woburn Abbey ticket kiosk on the day from 6.00pm. Please telephone 01525 290333 for further details.

• Adult £11.00
• Children £7.00
• Family (2 adults and 2 children) £30.00

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the heart-warming story of fun and friendship and join Louisa and her friends in a fairytale parade during the interval amongst the stunning backdrop of Woburn Abbey's beautiful gardens.

Robin Hood

Sunday 8th August 2010

Performed by Cambridge Touring Theatre in the gardens of Woburn Abbey.

Gates open from 2.00pm, with performances starting at 3pm.

Tickets available for purchase from the Woburn Abbey ticket kiosk on the day from 6.00pm. Please telephone 01525 290333 for further details.

• Adult £11.00
• Children £7.00
• Family (2 adults and 2 children) £30.00

Introduction

As a hero in English folklore; Robin Hood is presented within the beautiful gardens of Woburn Abbey by Cambridge Touring Theatre and their cast. Invite family and friends of all ages for a fun filled, action packed production.

Enquiries

If you have any questions before your visit, please contact us.

01525 290333
admissions@woburnabbey.co.uk