Open Air Theatre A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Open-Air Theatre on the Cedar Lawn
About this event
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live performance on the beautiful Cedar Lawn, set against the stunning backdrop of Kentwell Hall’s east wing.
Bring a rug and a picnic (for front-of-lawn seating) or set up with a picnic table and chairs further back—relax and enjoy open-air theatre at its finest.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Experience Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy in the open air, brought to life by the acclaimed British Touring Shakespeare company.
With 25 years of experience crafting inspirational and accessible productions, this joyful, mischievous take on A Midsummer Night’s Dream promises a truly unforgettable evening.
As four young lovers are faced with the prospect of unhappy marriage or worse, they flee the court of Athens and stumble into an enchanted forest, where the real and fairy worlds collide.
Set against the magical backdrop of Kentwell’s Cedar Lawn, this performance is perfect for theatre lovers of all ages.
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About the Venue
Kentwell Hall is Suffolk’s hidden gem and one of England’s finest Tudor houses that stands within the most extensive moat in the county and nearly 30 acres of formal gardens and grounds.
The house offers the visitor a journey through time from the Great Tudor Kitchen, the Gothic centre block to the State bedroom that was created by Thomas Hopper in the 1820s for a visit from the then Duke of York.
The house offers a relaxed environment, mixed with an individuality that is not often seen these days in great historic venues.
Kentwell Hall’s organic gardens are a combination of ancient features, elements of the substantial alterations of Lady Guthrie, tenant during the 1930s, and the recent landscaping and planting by the current owners.
Particular areas of interest include the formal walled garden with its glorious borders providing seasonal displays of colour, the wildlife meadows and the Pied Piper Topiary hedge.
Whilst the magnificent Cedar Trees that date back to the late 18th century provide a lovely backdrop and The Sculpted Tree, based on the theme of the Tower of Babel, is the UK's biggest single wood carving.
The house and gardens are described as “magical with a surprise around every corner” and are to be enjoyed at your leisure.
The Stable Yard Tea Rooms serve light lunches and afternoon tea using seasonal produce from the gardens and farm.
Kentwell Hall is famous for producing some of the countries largest Re-creations and family events that run throughout the year.
Kentwell is available to hire for weddings, corporate functions, events and filming.
