• 🌙 HEARTBREAK PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM 🌙 Shakespeare’s hilarious and fantastical comedy is upcycled and re-wired for the environmental generation. In a world of topsy-turvy climate, the fairies are as chaotically mischievous as ever and magic and mayhem befalls any mortal brave enough to venture into the mystical wood. With hapless environmentalists, warring fairies and confused lovers all being led astray by the mischievous Puck, our festival-vibe Midsummer Night’s Dream proves “What fools these mortals be!” Pack your picnic and chair or rug, dress in weather-appropriate, festival-inspired clothes and join @heartbreakproductions for Shakespeare's perfectly-scripted outdoor-theatre favourite, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at Brandon Hill on Wednesday, June 30th and Thursday, July 1st at 7:30pm.
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    🌙 HEARTBREAK PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM 🌙 Shakespeare’s hilarious and fantastical comedy is upcycled and re-wired for the environmental generation. In a world of topsy-turvy climate, the fairies are as chaotically mischievous as ever and magic and mayhem befalls any mortal brave enough to venture into the mystical wood. With hapless environmentalists, warring fairies and confused lovers all being led astray by the mischievous Puck, our festival-vibe Midsummer Night’s Dream proves “What fools these mortals be!” Pack your picnic and chair or rug, dress in weather-appropriate, festival-inspired clothes and join @heartbreakproductions for Shakespeare's perfectly-scripted outdoor-theatre favourite, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at Brandon Hill on Wednesday, June 30th and Thursday, July 1st at 7:30pm.
  • 🎭 AUDITIONS FOR KING LEAR: THE MUSICAL 🎭 Do you fancy treading the boards this summer as part of #BristolBardFest2021? Have you been longing to sing and perform since the first lockdown? We are auditioning for this year’s brilliant in house Shakespeare inspired musical, King Lear: The Musical. Auditions are being held on the 26th, 27th and 28th of June at the Footwork Studio, with performances on the 19th, 21st and 22nd of August at the @locoklub. Email artists.bristolshakespearefest@gmail.com to book your audition slot!
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    🎭 AUDITIONS FOR KING LEAR: THE MUSICAL 🎭 Do you fancy treading the boards this summer as part of #BristolBardFest2021? Have you been longing to sing and perform since the first lockdown? We are auditioning for this year’s brilliant in house Shakespeare inspired musical, King Lear: The Musical. Auditions are being held on the 26th, 27th and 28th of June at the Footwork Studio, with performances on the 19th, 21st and 22nd of August at the @locoklub. Email artists.bristolshakespearefest@gmail.com to book your audition slot!
  • 🤡 RIDDLESTICK THEATRE PRESENTS, FOOLS 🤡 ‘A fool, a fool! I met a fool i’ the forest’ After discovering Touchstone the jester deep in the Forest of Arden, Jaques decides he’d like to be a fool too. The trouble is, he doesn’t quite know how. Through wild physical comedy, whimsical wordplay and enchanting songs, Riddlestick chart the metamorphoses of Shakespeare’s fools from the tumbling court jester to the cynical observer of society’s ills. Tonight, the outsider takes centre stage. Whether you’re a Yorick or a Feste, this is a party for all fellows of infinite jest. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at the Wardrobe Theatre from Friday, July 9th to Sunday, July 11th at 8pm. @riddlesticktheatre are dedicated to tickling fancies with weird and wonderful stories and enchanting live music. They are returning to The Wardrobe Theatre after a sell-out run of The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du ThĂŠ (listed in The Guardian’s Best Shows at the Edinburgh Festival 2018) and their late-night Christmas show, Undercover Christmas Club. “Their energy is boundless, the script fiercely intelligent and the original live music bound to stay dancing through your head.” Guardian on The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du ThĂŠ “Energetic, rich storytelling seasoned with a generous helping of genuine fun.” ★★★★ A Younger Theatre on The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du ThĂŠ “Turning tired adults back into curious children, always ready for another unbelievable story.” ★★★★ Theatre Weekly on The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du ThĂŠ
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    🤡 RIDDLESTICK THEATRE PRESENTS, FOOLS 🤡 ‘A fool, a fool! I met a fool i’ the forest’ After discovering Touchstone the jester deep in the Forest of Arden, Jaques decides he’d like to be a fool too. The trouble is, he doesn’t quite know how. Through wild physical comedy, whimsical wordplay and enchanting songs, Riddlestick chart the metamorphoses of Shakespeare’s fools from the tumbling court jester to the cynical observer of society’s ills. Tonight, the outsider takes centre stage. Whether you’re a Yorick or a Feste, this is a party for all fellows of infinite jest. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at the Wardrobe Theatre from Friday, July 9th to Sunday, July 11th at 8pm. @riddlesticktheatre are dedicated to tickling fancies with weird and wonderful stories and enchanting live music. They are returning to The Wardrobe Theatre after a sell-out run of The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé (listed in The Guardian’s Best Shows at the Edinburgh Festival 2018) and their late-night Christmas show, Undercover Christmas Club. “Their energy is boundless, the script fiercely intelligent and the original live music bound to stay dancing through your head.” Guardian on The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé “Energetic, rich storytelling seasoned with a generous helping of genuine fun.” ★★★★ A Younger Theatre on The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé “Turning tired adults back into curious children, always ready for another unbelievable story.” ★★★★ Theatre Weekly on The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé
  • ⚔️ SOUTH DEVON PLAYERS PRESENTS, HENRY V ⚔️ An exciting digital performance of William Shakespeare's Henry V, featuring actors working from their own home studios, using greenscreen technology, and coming together in cyberspace to bring you this show. This will an international premiere. Performing online as part of #BristolBardFest2021 on Saturday, July 24th at 7pm. Once a ticket has been purchsed you will be sent a link. Viewers will be able to watch on their phone or tablet, or enlarge the video feed to watch on a television solely through this website link. If you require additional assistance in how to access the links, please email southdevonplayers@gmail.com
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    ⚔️ SOUTH DEVON PLAYERS PRESENTS, HENRY V ⚔️ An exciting digital performance of William Shakespeare's Henry V, featuring actors working from their own home studios, using greenscreen technology, and coming together in cyberspace to bring you this show. This will an international premiere. Performing online as part of #BristolBardFest2021 on Saturday, July 24th at 7pm. Once a ticket has been purchsed you will be sent a link. Viewers will be able to watch on their phone or tablet, or enlarge the video feed to watch on a television solely through this website link. If you require additional assistance in how to access the links, please email southdevonplayers@gmail.com
  • 👑 SMOKESCREEN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS, WAITING FOR HAMLET 👑 A fool who knows he's a fool, and a fool who doesn't. A King seeks revenge on his wicked brother, who has stolen both his kingdom and his wife. Exiled with his old mate Yorick, he's banking on the help of his son, Hamlet, to restore his crown. But there’s just one problem - the King and his fool are dead. Languishing in limbo, they have to decide whether to act, or to take it lying down. Because life’s not a question of being or not being. It’s much more complicated than that. Hamlet: The Prequel? What could possibly go wrong... Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at The Room Above on Thursday, July 24th and Friday, July 25th at 8pm. Winner of the Kenneth Branagh New Drama Writing Award. Excellent Show (Fringe Review) Absolutely superb performances by Nicholas Collett and Tim Marriott (Broadway World) A delight... a comedy that glows from within (Fringe Online) @smokescreenproductions is an internationally touring theatre company producing award winning new work at festivals around the globe. Recent productions include PTSD themed 'Shell Shock' and Holocaust themed 'Mengele', achieving sell out seasons at Edinburgh Festival 17, 18 & 19, (Lustrum Award Winner, New York Encore), Adelaide Festival (Sunday Mail Award Best Solo Show, Amnesty International Award) and Brighton.
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    👑 SMOKESCREEN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS, WAITING FOR HAMLET 👑 A fool who knows he's a fool, and a fool who doesn't. A King seeks revenge on his wicked brother, who has stolen both his kingdom and his wife. Exiled with his old mate Yorick, he's banking on the help of his son, Hamlet, to restore his crown. But there’s just one problem - the King and his fool are dead. Languishing in limbo, they have to decide whether to act, or to take it lying down. Because life’s not a question of being or not being. It’s much more complicated than that. Hamlet: The Prequel? What could possibly go wrong... Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at The Room Above on Thursday, July 24th and Friday, July 25th at 8pm. Winner of the Kenneth Branagh New Drama Writing Award. "Excellent Show" (Fringe Review) "Absolutely superb performances by Nicholas Collett and Tim Marriott" (Broadway World) "A delight... a comedy that glows from within" (Fringe Online) @smokescreenproductions is an internationally touring theatre company producing award winning new work at festivals around the globe. Recent productions include PTSD themed 'Shell Shock' and Holocaust themed 'Mengele', achieving sell out seasons at Edinburgh Festival 17, 18 & 19, (Lustrum Award Winner, New York Encore), Adelaide Festival (Sunday Mail Award Best Solo Show, Amnesty International Award) and Brighton.
  • 🌳 SUN & MOON THEATRE PRESENTS, AS YOU LIKE IT 🌳 ‘I like this place and willingly could waste my time in it’ In the corporate, tech-obsessed world of the Court, the present is grinding and the future feels bleak. But when Rosalind is abruptly dismissed, she and her cousin, Celia, seize the opportunity for a fresh start, embracing the liberty of the bohemian Forest of Arden. They experience love, transformation and the thrill of empowerment, switching off, and ‘wasting’ time. This jubilant ensemble production serves as a reminder to do what you love and remember how to live! @sunandmoontheatre are returning to St George Park with a re-worked and re-imagined revival of their 2018 As You Like It, which has found new relevance as we yearn to be back outdoors and connecting with others again! ‘Delightful, charming and funny’ (RemoteGoat ☆☆☆☆) ‘Wonderfully life-affirming’ (Shakespeare Magazine) Sun & Moon Theatre’s As You Like It has been hailed by audiences as a ‘joyous performance’ with ‘perfectly timed humour’ that ‘brought Shakespeare to life’ and was ‘accessible to all’ – ‘One of the best Shakespeare productions we have ever seen’. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at St George Park on Sunday, July 11th at 12:30pm & 3:30pm. ABOUT THE COMPANY Based in the South West of England, Sun & Moon Theatre specialise in Shakespeare, working with original Quarto and First Folio scripts and taking delight in ensemble work. Their company ethos is making Shakespeare for all and breaking down barriers, making Shakespeare's plays relevant, accessible, and entertaining to audiences. They produce indoor and open-air productions, workshops and one-to-one sessions.
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    🌳 SUN & MOON THEATRE PRESENTS, AS YOU LIKE IT 🌳 ‘I like this place and willingly could waste my time in it’ In the corporate, tech-obsessed world of the Court, the present is grinding and the future feels bleak. But when Rosalind is abruptly dismissed, she and her cousin, Celia, seize the opportunity for a fresh start, embracing the liberty of the bohemian Forest of Arden. They experience love, transformation and the thrill of empowerment, switching off, and ‘wasting’ time. This jubilant ensemble production serves as a reminder to do what you love and remember how to live! @sunandmoontheatre are returning to St George Park with a re-worked and re-imagined revival of their 2018 As You Like It, which has found new relevance as we yearn to be back outdoors and connecting with others again! ‘Delightful, charming and funny’ (RemoteGoat ☆☆☆☆) ‘Wonderfully life-affirming’ (Shakespeare Magazine) Sun & Moon Theatre’s As You Like It has been hailed by audiences as a ‘joyous performance’ with ‘perfectly timed humour’ that ‘brought Shakespeare to life’ and was ‘accessible to all’ – ‘One of the best Shakespeare productions we have ever seen’. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at St George Park on Sunday, July 11th at 12:30pm & 3:30pm. ABOUT THE COMPANY Based in the South West of England, Sun & Moon Theatre specialise in Shakespeare, working with original Quarto and First Folio scripts and taking delight in ensemble work. Their company ethos is making Shakespeare for all and breaking down barriers, making Shakespeare's plays relevant, accessible, and entertaining to audiences. They produce indoor and open-air productions, workshops and one-to-one sessions.
  • 🧚‍♂️ QUANTUM THEATRE PRESENTS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM 🧚‍♂️ Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love and intrigue, magic and mayhem, is brought to life by family favourites @quantum.theatre in their bewitchng new production of the Shakespeare classic. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at Brandon Hill Bowling Green on Friday, August 25th at 7pm.
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    🧚‍♂️ QUANTUM THEATRE PRESENTS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM 🧚‍♂️ Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love and intrigue, magic and mayhem, is brought to life by family favourites @quantum.theatre in their bewitchng new production of the Shakespeare classic. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at Brandon Hill Bowling Green on Friday, August 25th at 7pm.
  • ⛈ FOLKSY THEATRE PRESENTS, THE TEMPEST ⛈ Prospero conjures a storm and torments the survivors of a shipwreck, including his treacherous brother, Antonio. Meanwhile Prospero’s slave, Caliban, plots to rid himself of his master but is thwarted by Prospero’s spirit-servant Ariel. Ferdinand then falls in love with Prospero’s daughter Miranda. Will Prospero grant Ariel her freedom and be restored to his dukedom? Will Ferdinand and Miranda’s love overcome all? Folksy’s wonderful production is filled with live music, colourful characters, enchantment and a little touch of magic. Bring along your picnics, blankets and folding chairs. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at Almondsbury Creative on Friday, July 31st at 7pm. Includes a 15 minute interval. Audiences will be socially distanced inline with current government guidelines. Hand gel will be provided when entering and leaving the venue. Audiences details will be kept for track and trace purposes. @folksytheatre are a rural touring theatre company and have been part of The festival since 2011. Folksy specialise in both open air and indoor theatre and tour the UK throughout the year with their productions, which use a mix of live music, bold characters, puppetry and audience interaction, to make them fun and accessible for all!
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    ⛈ FOLKSY THEATRE PRESENTS, THE TEMPEST ⛈ Prospero conjures a storm and torments the survivors of a shipwreck, including his treacherous brother, Antonio. Meanwhile Prospero’s slave, Caliban, plots to rid himself of his master but is thwarted by Prospero’s spirit-servant Ariel. Ferdinand then falls in love with Prospero’s daughter Miranda. Will Prospero grant Ariel her freedom and be restored to his dukedom? Will Ferdinand and Miranda’s love overcome all? Folksy’s wonderful production is filled with live music, colourful characters, enchantment and a little touch of magic. Bring along your picnics, blankets and folding chairs. Performing as part of #BristolBardFest2021 at Almondsbury Creative on Friday, July 31st at 7pm. Includes a 15 minute interval. Audiences will be socially distanced inline with current government guidelines. Hand gel will be provided when entering and leaving the venue. Audiences details will be kept for track and trace purposes. @folksytheatre are a rural touring theatre company and have been part of The festival since 2011. Folksy specialise in both open air and indoor theatre and tour the UK throughout the year with their productions, which use a mix of live music, bold characters, puppetry and audience interaction, to make them fun and accessible for all!