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Guernsey Museums & Galleries
(Castle Cornet, Fort Grey and Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery)
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Castle Cornet
TNT Theatre Britain presents:
The Taming of the Shrew
by William Shakespeare
Directed and edited by Paul Stebbings. Original music composed by John Kenny.
This is one of Shakespeare’s most famous and popular comedies. The story follows the fortunes of the beastly Petruchio as he attempts to tame the wild beauty of Kate and claim not just her hand in marriage but a slice of her foolish father’s gold. Meanwhile Kate’s young sister is chased by a string of would–be husbands who will resort to any trick, or adopt any disguise, to claim their pretty prize. As ever the Bard (as he is known) explores serious themes through comedy. These include the battle of the sexes, the role of women, the hypocrisy of men and the true value of gold and love.
This production has been an extraordinary international success – having been seen from Beijing to Berlin and Oslo to Costa Rica. This is Shakespeare that is easy to understand and enjoy, even for a young audience whose first language is not English – Shakespearean comedy that is truly funny and a story that is both simple and profound because even a young audience can grasp the ideas and conflicts in the play. Audiences have been amazed that a classical play can be as entertaining and clear as a modern comedy. Part of the production’s impact is its use of Comedia dell’arte and strong visual humour. Live Renaissance music is woven into the production for added effect.
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Castle Cornet
Oddsocks presents:
Macbeth
by William Shakespeare
We can't wait to see how "The Scottish Play", one of Shakespeare's blackest tragedies, will emerge from the Oddsocks treatment! From past experience of their productions we can be confident that it will entertain in ways quite unlike any other Macbeth you might have seen.
Oddsocks' productions are always very popular, so book early to avoid disappointment!
Further details to follow...
In association with ABN-AMRO
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Tickets : (on sale from May 1st 2011)
- On-line: Guernsey Tickets
- Telephone: ( +44(0)1481 747280
You may find it convenient to view or download our seating plan before contacting us to make a booking.
Castle gates open 1¼ hours before the start of evening performances, to allow for picnicking. Hot meals may be available before the performance in the Castle Refectory - details will be here. The Refectory can also supply pre-ordered picnics - details here. Finally, the Castle is licensed premises, so wine will be available before the performance and during the interval.