Details
Written around 1600 and set in two contrasting communities; city and forest. Rosalind and Celia have been banished from Court. In fear of their lives, they disguise themselves and seek sanctuary in the Forest of Arden. Amongst the magical and ancient boughs, Rosalind discovers her exiled father, uncovers various truths about herself and others...and falls helplessly in love. But in this earthly paradise nothing is quite what it seems: men do not always act like men, and women can be anything at all...Uplifting, awe-inspiring and immense fun, Shakespeare's wondrous comedy is a joyous celebration of the liberating power of love and the redeeming spirit of nature. Come along to Russell Square with your rugs, folding chairs and picnics and enjoy a free theatrical feast for all the family! Set in post WW1, As You Like It will be accompanied by an original score played live by composer James Reynolds (ITV, C4, Sky Movies).
Cast/Performers
Abe Buckoke,
Edward Coram-James,
Joe Hampson,
Eleanor Henderson,
Lydia Huhne,
Amy Hydes,
Andy Kinnear,
Callum McGowan,
Clemmie Reynolds,
James Reynolds,
Patrick Rogers,
Alex WoolfCreatives/Company
Author:
ShakespeareProducer(s):
Clemmie Reynolds,
Lydia HuhneCompany:
BurntOut TheatreDirector:
Emily May SmithCostume:
Alison Dear