ROMANTIC love and sibling rivalry will be explored in the grounds of Rendcomb College when The Riverside Players perform Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing from August 15-18.
Although a theme of love runs through the play, explored through some of the wittiest dialogue in Shakespeare, the play also has a very dark side - a plot to usurp a leader and ruin a marriage, deliciously foiled by the incompetent watch.
Director Jacky Davies said: "Much Ado About Nothing is Shakespeare at the height of his power as a playwright. The play explores eternal themes, but most especially it is a very modern in its exploration of love. It is this, I think, that makes this one of his most popular plays."
See Much Ado About Nothing at Rendcomb College Grounds, Nr. Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 7HA from Wednesday, August 15-Saturday, August 18.
7.45pm. Matinee performance at 2.30pm on Saturday, August 18.
Gates open 6.30 pm for picnics.
Tickets riversideplayers.org.uk and Cirencester Visitor Information Centre. Prices: £10/£12/£14, Under18 £5. Seating is provided for the performance. Hot drinks and refreshments available. Indoor venue available in case of rain.
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