1. Can you imagine a more beautiful place to
experience outdoor theatre than Berkeley Castle? With our spectacular gardens,
and the majestic elegance of the Castle as a back-drop, it truly is a magical
event, not to be missed.
Theatre goers can bring picnic
blankets and chairs, along with their own scrumptious food and drink to feast
upon whilst watching their chosen Shakespeare play unfold.
2. Did
you know that William Shakespeare’s most successful play, A Midsummer Night’s
Dream, was written for the wedding of Lord Thomas Berkeley and Elizabeth Carey
over 400 years ago?
With its first ever
performance taking place all those centuries ago, it really is a special
experience to come and enjoy the play at its birthplace. Furthermore, the
Producer of Split Second Productions, Tom Berkeley, is a descendent of the
Berkeley family – such a happy coincidence.
3. Having received a 4 star review from ‘The
Stage’ for their sell-out performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream last year; Split
Second Productions are returning to perform two wonderful Shakespeare comedies
this year – A Midsummer Nights’ Dream and Much Ado About Nothing.
Featuring
live music and set amongst the stunning gardens at Berkeley Castle, it really
is the best place to soak up the atmosphere of these wonderful productions. The
“youthful energy” of the actors creates a unique and exhilarating spin to these
traditional and historic plays.
4.
Not only is Berkeley Castle the perfect
setting for Shakespeare, we have also been the venue for some phenomenal
dramas, including Poldark and Wolf Hall. Walk in the same footsteps as Aiden
Turner, Mark Rylance, Hugh Bonneville and Benedict Cumberbatch, to name but a
few of the iconic actors who have brought some incredible dramas to life whilst
filming here at Berkeley Castle.
The
historic ambience within the Castle itself and the beautifully scenic gardens
makes it an ideal location for the filming and production of these wonderful dramas.
5. Do
you need the perfect excuse to have an evening out with your closest friends
and family? What better place to come and enjoy some light-hearted drama,
whilst sharing a bottle of wine and a hamper of treats. With the sun setting
over the enchanted gardens, you can enjoy the company of your nearest and
dearest, along with some culture and classic theatre. A perfect treat for
everyone.
You can book tickets to see Midsummer Nights’ Dream and
Much Ado About Nothing at Berkeley Castle between 25th June and 11th
July for a matinee or evening performance.
