Shakespeare's Untold Stories

The party planner, the pie maker, the banker and the convict... Behind all great stories are the people you probably didn’t notice. Just because Shakespeare didn’t mention them, doesn’t mean they didn’t have an important part to play.

Discover the magic of Shakespeare’s timeless stories in these exciting new adaptations created just for families. Experience them all during October half-term as part of the Family Arts Festival, or catch them on selected Saturdays throughout the season.

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
When Antonio needs cash he makes an unusual deal. But the cost of borrowing has never been so high! Be prepared for a cautionary tale that makes us question what it is we truly value.

Monday 27 October - 11.00am & 2.00pm

TITUS ANDRONICUS
A fantastic tale of a general, a wicked queen … and quite possibly the worst pies in Ancient Rome! Shakespeares thrilling tale of a family forced to fight an empire.

Tuesday 28 October - 2.00pm
Thursday 30 October - 2.00pm
Friday 31 October - 2.00pm
Saturday 22 November - 11.00am & 2.00pm

ROMEO & JULIET
Romeo loves Juliet. But when he starts hanging around under her balcony the trouble really begins. The world’s most famous love story told by someone who was there to help.

Tuesday 28 October - 11.00am
Wednesday 29 October - 11.00am
Friday 31 October - 11.00am
Saturday 13 December - 11.00am & 2.00pm
Saturday 14 February - 11.00am & 2.00pm


A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
Four young lovers run off into the woods, straight into the middle of a magical argument. Shakespeare’s glittering, chaotic and mischief filled comedy, as you have never heard it before.

Wednesday 29 October - 2.00pm
Thursday 30 October - 11.00am
Saturday 17 January - 11.00am & 2.00pm

OTHELLO
Othello is a most famous war hero. But for all his hard work, there are many that have a problem with the colour of his skin. Timeless in its relevance, Othello reveals the consequences of racism, ambition and jealousy.

Saturday 11 April - 11.00am & 2.00pm