Everyman Festival
Submitted by lucozade on 19th July 2008
Everyman Open Air Theatre Festival returns to St Fagans' National History Museum this summer to celebrate its silver jubilee. The company has been performing since 1983 in Dyffryn Gardens before moving over to their present location during the mid-nineties.
This year’s festival opens with one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, The Taming Of The Shrew, which opens on Wed 23 July and runs until Sat 2 Aug. The story sees Petruchio trying to tame Katherine in a comedy which has formed the basis for films including Ten Things I Hate About You and is the original battle of the sexes. Directed by James Williams, the show features live music and colourful costumes, promising to be a wonderful way to spend a summer’s evening.
The festival continues with Sarah Bawler’s new musical adaptation of The Tale Of Treasure Island, running from Sat 26 July through to Sat 2 Aug. The all-singing and all-dancing company tell the tale of Jemima Hawkins as she sets sail on an adventure.
To close the ceremony, Moonlight Theatre company bring a unique twist to Gilbert & Sullivan’s Lolanthe which runs from Wed 6-Sat 16 Aug. In addition, this year the festival also features the Unexpected Opera Company performing The Barber Of Savile Row for just two performances on Sun 10 Aug.
The audience can rest-assured that even if it does begin to rain, they will be safely sheltered in the comfort of the marquee whilst the actors remain at the risk of the elements.
The official website is HERE
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