Outdoor Theatre: Much Ado About Nothing

We are ecstatic to once again welcome back The Handlebards for a performance of the Shakespeare classic Much Ado About Nothing!

Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. Join the troupe for this bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ like you’ve never seen before.

In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter. And what’s the play about? Well – a group of soldiers return from the war to a household in Messina, kindling new love interests and re-kindling old rivalries. The parallel love stories of Beatrice, Benedick, Claudio and Hero quickly become entangled with scheming, frivolity and melodrama in Shakespeare’s famous comedy.

Gates will open at 4:30pm and the performance will begin at 5:30pm. Our café will be open for non-alcoholic drinks, along with a selection of light snacks.

Appropriate for all ages.

Ticket prices

• Adult – £20.50
• 21 and under – £13
• 12 and under – £5
• Under 5s – FREE (no ticket required)

Booking required via The Handlebards website.

Additional information

• The performance will be taking place outside rain or shine, so please come dressed for the weather. You are welcome to bring your own chairs, blankets, snacks and refreshments. Please note that we do not allow umbrellas as these can block the view for others.
• The museum has a private Pay & Display car park. All parking is paid for on arrival either online, over the phone or by using the onsite machine.