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The company, Show Of Strength, which has produced new work in non-theatre spaces for over twenty years and performs in ‘found' spaces, will take audiences on a journey to meet the dynasty that gave the world Ashton Court Mansion in Bristol. The family lived at Ashton Court Mansion for 400 years and all the goings on will be revealed in this new outdoor family show. The six shows over three days will engage audiences in extraordinary stories from the 16th to 20th centuries, all linked by a hunt for the infamous Smyth ‘lost ring' and a totally outrageous impostor. This unconventional theatre show highlights Bristol's history and is perfect for families and friends of all ages to walk to enjoy the setting of Ashton Court Mansion, with a full cast playing the Smyth family and staff through the ages. Seven actors play seven characters, all with remarkable stories to tell. From high born to low born, from Civil War to Second World War, from Queen Elizabeth I to Queen Elizabeth II and from first resident Hugh Smyth to Esme Smyth - the last.