OUTDOOR PERFORMANCES AT THE WELSH WILDLIFE CENTRE
Legend has it that Queen Elizabeth I so loved the character of Falstaff, the fat bawdy knight, that she asked Shakespeare to write a play in which he falls hopelessly in love. Being Her Majesty’s loyal subject, Shakespeare duly obliged – but not content to do things by halves, he wrote a play in which Falstaff falls in love not once, but TWICE – at the same time, with two women who are actually best friends.
The result is The Merry Wives Of Windsor in which Falstaff sends identical love-letters to Mrs Page and Mrs Ford. The women recognise that Falstaff’s intentions may not be entirely honourable, so they set about to humiliate him in the most extravagant ways they can. Mr Ford becomes deeply suspicious of his wife’s behaviour and jealously assumes that she is entertaining a lover. Mr Page, meanwhile, is busily arranging his daughter Anne’s marriage to the suitor of his choice.
Will Anne Page get to marry the lover of her choice? Why is there a duel between a French doctor and a Welsh priest? And why on earth are a bunch of Germans trashing all the hotel rooms in The Garter? All will be made entirely clear – but not before Falstaff has been tipped into the river, dressed up as a witch, beaten with cudgels and set on fire.
Multiple international award-winning Illyria return to their home turf – Shakespeare at his most boisterous and farcical. The company has a deservedly unparalleled reputation for the clarity and authenticity of their Elizabethan comic style. Bring an extra pair of socks - you’ll laugh the first pair off.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Theatr Mwldan presents its traditional summer outdoor performances at the Welsh Wildlife Centre, Cilgerran in partnership with The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. The performances are presented on a site with panoramic views of the Teifi Marshes, adjacent to the Wildlife Centre building which offers meals and refreshments in The Glasshouse Café, plus gift shop and toilets.
A limited amount of seating for these performances is available - please bring your own low-backed seating or rug and warm clothes. The Glasshouse Café is open for meals prior to the show (bookings on 01239 621600), or bring a picnic to enjoy! The Wildlife Centre will be open two and a half hours before each performance; the performance site opens for picnics one hour before.
Performances continue in all but the very worst weather. Tickets are non-refundable. Free car parking is available at the Wildlife Centre. Wheelchair access to performance site. Further information from Theatr Mwldan’s Box Office.
Legend has it that Queen Elizabeth I so loved the character of Falstaff, the fat bawdy knight, that she asked Shakespeare to write a play in which he falls hopelessly in love. Being Her Majesty’s loyal subject, Shakespeare duly obliged – but not content to do things by halves, he wrote a play in which Falstaff falls in love not once, but TWICE – at the same time, with two women who are actually best friends.
The result is The Merry Wives Of Windsor in which Falstaff sends identical love-letters to Mrs Page and Mrs Ford. The women recognise that Falstaff’s intentions may not be entirely honourable, so they set about to humiliate him in the most extravagant ways they can. Mr Ford becomes deeply suspicious of his wife’s behaviour and jealously assumes that she is entertaining a lover. Mr Page, meanwhile, is busily arranging his daughter Anne’s marriage to the suitor of his choice.
Will Anne Page get to marry the lover of her choice? Why is there a duel between a French doctor and a Welsh priest? And why on earth are a bunch of Germans trashing all the hotel rooms in The Garter? All will be made entirely clear – but not before Falstaff has been tipped into the river, dressed up as a witch, beaten with cudgels and set on fire.
Multiple international award-winning Illyria return to their home turf – Shakespeare at his most boisterous and farcical. The company has a deservedly unparalleled reputation for the clarity and authenticity of their Elizabethan comic style. Bring an extra pair of socks - you’ll laugh the first pair off.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Theatr Mwldan presents its traditional summer outdoor performances at the Welsh Wildlife Centre, Cilgerran in partnership with The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. The performances are presented on a site with panoramic views of the Teifi Marshes, adjacent to the Wildlife Centre building which offers meals and refreshments in The Glasshouse Café, plus gift shop and toilets.
A limited amount of seating for these performances is available - please bring your own low-backed seating or rug and warm clothes. The Glasshouse Café is open for meals prior to the show (bookings on 01239 621600), or bring a picnic to enjoy! The Wildlife Centre will be open two and a half hours before each performance; the performance site opens for picnics one hour before.
Performances continue in all but the very worst weather. Tickets are non-refundable. Free car parking is available at the Wildlife Centre. Wheelchair access to performance site. Further information from Theatr Mwldan’s Box Office.