This summer The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, leading proponents of open air theatre for more than two decades, present one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written, Othello.
Described by the Yorkshire Post as “the best authentic Shakespearean experience” this production will play throughout the summer as part of a 16-week UK and international tour. Othello will call at some of the most beautiful and historically significant venues including Kingston Lacy, Norwich Cathedral and Conwy Castle as well as internationally renowned theatre festivals including Salisbury International Arts Festival, Craiova International Shakespeare Festival, Romania and the Welttheater Festival Art Carnuntum, Austria.
The production opens in late May at the prestigious Craiova International Shakespeare Festival in Romania and embarks upon an extensive 70 venue tour of the UK throughout the summer before continuing in mainland Europe in September.
With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare’s original company, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present this great play as Shakespeare first saw it – in the open air, all male and with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
For this unique theatrical experience, audiences are encouraged to bring a chair and a picnic and
to book early as this authentic, excellent and magical treat is likely to sell out up and down the country. Acclaimed for their stylish and accessible productions The Lord Chamberlain’s Men have been wowing audiences throughout the country and internationally in their trademark style since 2005. Continually raising the bar for standards in open air theatre they have gone from strength to strength.
Tickets are on sale now and selling fast, so snap yours up whilst you can! Full tour dates and details are available at https://tlcm.co.uk/booktickets/
Looking forward to the production Artistic Director and Producer of The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, Peter Stickney said, “Othello is a stunning and spellbinding play. It is the first time in the modern company’s history that we have tackled it and I cannot wait. It is thrilling and heartbreaking and once the play begins it doesn’t let up for a moment. The reputation and trust that we have developed amongst audiences and venues alike mean that we can branch out into darker and deeper areas of Shakespeare’s canon to bring challenging but equally enjoyable productions on tour. It is a testament to the great work we have done across more than two decades and the high regard in which we are held. It is not something that I take lightly and we work very hard to ensure that year after year the bar is raised. This year’s production will be no different. The show is a real rollercoaster – the play is full of twists and turns and is compelling, heartbreakingly poignant and utterly electric. It is a sensational story and one you won’t want to miss.
Talking about what audiences can look forward to from one of the company’s performances, Artistic Director and Producer, Peter Stickney, said, “Seeing a production from The Lord Chamberlain’s Men is a unique experience. Sitting under the same stars that Shakespeare did and seeing his plays performed as he first saw them – with an all male cast, in the open air and with Elizabethan costume, music and dance – is intoxicating. The productions are clear, bold and accessible without being dumbed down in anyway. I strongly believe that seeing one of Shakespeare’s plays shouldn’t be an “elite sport” and I hope that the style of our shows, our consistently reasonable ticket prices, and the sense of welcome you get at our performances enhance that feeling. If you’ve ever thought that Shakespeare isn’t for you, give one of our shows a try and hopefully we will change your mind!”
On reaching his tenth year in charge, Artistic Director and Producer, Peter Stickney, said, “To get to ten years running a company of this stature is a really proud moment. Our first tour in the United States last year was a particular highlight and something that I am immensely proud of but there is a new and better highlight every year. I look forward to the next years with hunger and retain a drive to continue to grow and develop our work and the company. I am passionate about Shakespeare’s words and his ability to lift us and to challenge us and to inspire us. I hope to continue to honour his legacy as best I can in years to come. I hope that you will continue to join us on the ride.”
With Authenticity, Excellence and Magic as the watchwords of the company, audiences new and old can expect a summer treat in the fresh air of a great British summer, as The Lord Chamberlain’s Men bring their own special brand of all male Shakespeare to venues throughout the country. Don’t miss this brilliant company perform Shakespeare as he first saw it; all male, in the open air and with Elizabethan costume, music and dance.