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Or What You Will. Shakespeare comedy of mistaken identity, practical jokes and unrequited love. Rescued from a shipwreck the twins Viola and Sebastian arrive independently in Illyria, both thinking the other is drowned. Viola disguises herself as a boy and finds employment with the Duke who is in love with Olivia. Malvolio is the subject of a cruel joke played on him by Sir Toby Belch (yellow stockings cross-gartered) leading him to believe that Olivia loves him. But Olivia has fallen in love with the disguised Viola, while she is in love with the Duke (following it so far?!). A star-studded cast perform Shakespeare's bittersweet comedy in the grounds of Houghton Hall, one of England's finest Palladian houses. With an English 1930s country house setting, original music, stylish design and a stunning backdrop, this promises to be an unforgettable theatrical experience. All proceeds from this event will go towards the Theatre Royal's 250 Appeal.

Cast/Performers

Desmond Barrit, Matthew Kelly, Stephen Fry, Kevin McNally, Jamie Glover, Alexander Owen, Mel Smith, Sasha Behar, Harriet Walter

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
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