17 - 18 June, 2008
Ashton Court
Presented by Heartbreak Productions.
A Midsummer Night's dream provides us with a magical romp through the forest where enemies fall in love, an actor becomes an ass, and the fairy kingdom battles over an Indian boy. In the end, the fairy kingdom finds peace, the actors perform their play, and the lovers find happiness in a triple wedding ceremony.
Magical, enigmatic and hilarious - Heartbreak's new production of Shakespeare's outstanding comedy promises to enchant audiences of all ages.
Dates: Tue 17 - Wed 18 June
Times of performance: 7.30pm
Advance booking ticket prices:
Adults:
£10.00 Uncovered seating
£13.00 Covered seating
Concessions:
(Unwaged, nurses, Equity members, seniors)
£7.50 Uncovered
£7.50 Uncovered£10.50 Covered
Children
(6yrs – 16yrs) UNDER 6s GO FREE
£5.00 Uncovered
£8.00 Covered
Tickets bought on the door:
Add £2.50 to the above prices for tickets bought on the door.
Ticket booking information:
Tickets are sold through Colston Hall:
Booking number: 0117 922 3686
10am - 8.30pm Mon - Sat
A £1 booking fee applies. A £0.75 postage charge may be applied for ticket postage.
The magnificent estate of Ashton Court covers 850 acres of woods and grassland with breathtaking views over the city of Bristol. This historic public space is one of the finest spots to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city – without leaving it at all! Set just over the historic Suspension Bridge, Ashton Court is one of Bristol's best kept secrets.
The gardens and grounds of the stunning mansion, (a Grade 1 listed Elizabethan mansion build around a 15th Century core), make an ideal spot for a stroll or picnic.
It is however, the stunning natural heritage that makes Ashton Court Estate so special – it’s a nationally important site for wildlife, insects and trees. There is both a red deer and fallow deer park – allowing you to get up-close to animals that have been associated with the estate since 1392.
Festival productions normally take place at the rear of the main house, at the foot of the sweeping drive.
By car
Enter the Ashton Court Estate through Clifton Lodge situated on the A369 Bristol – Portishead Road.
By bus
The 358/359 Bus Service stops directly outside Clifton Lodge.
By foot/bike
Entrance half a mile from Clifton’s famous Suspension Bridge.
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The Bristol Shakespeare Festival is a not-for-profit voluntary organisation.
