Twelfth Night

By Illyria

Illyria is back!

This summer, let the award-winning company whisk you away to a mysterious coastal kingdom as they present Twelfth Night. However, under the idyllic tropical sky, everything is not as it seems. Watch as a tale of romance, revenge, and mistaken identities unfolds with hilarious consequences! Pack a picnic and fall in love with another unforgettable season of outdoor theatre. With singing, sword fights and silliness, you couldn’t wish for more than this.

Plot

In the mysterious coastal kingdom of Illyria, it’s a man’s world – but not if Viola has anything to do with it! Shipwrecked and washed-up, she must use her quick wit to survive. Disguising herself as a man, she begins work for Duke Orsino. The lovesick Orsino sends Viola to woo lady Olivia on his behalf, but the disguise is so convincing that Olivia falls for Viola rather than Orsino. Watch as a tale of romance, revenge, and mistaken identities unfolds with hilarious consequences. It could all end in tears – even if most of them are of laughter! Pack a picnic and fall in love with another unforgettable season of outdoor theatre. With singing, sword fights and silliness, you couldn’t wish for more than this.  Suitable for ages 8+

Dates, Venues & Tickets

Raadhuis De Paauw
Raadhuislaan 22, 2242 CP Wassenaar

Thursday 7 September 2023 19:30
Friday 8 September 2023 19:30

Open-Air Shakespeare Workshop (only for schools)
Friday 8 September 11:00


Schovenhorst Estate
Garderenseweg 93, 3881 GK Putten

Saturday 9 September 2023 19:30

Adults: €22,50
Children to 13: €15
Friends and volunteers of Schovenhorst: free
Door sale: €25

Practical Information

Picnic

Please feel free to bring a hamper full of sandwiches, tea and snacks to have your own picnic during the show. Doors will open at 17:30 to allow time to have a picnic before

The show goes on…

Rain or shine the show will go on so we advise all visitors to bring practical clothing and waterproofs just in case. Umbrellas are not allowed.

Running time

Running time (approx): 2hrs 20mins (including 20 minute interval).

Accessibility

Most parts of the Raadhuis De Paauw are wheelchair accessible, although please be aware that the show takes place on a grass field. If you want to visit this event by wheelchair, please contact our productions manager Berta Cussó at production@theenglishtheatre.nl so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.

This is a performance of the full original Shakespearean text, please be aware therefore that this might not be as accessible to young children. We recommend the show for ages 8+

Any other quesions about the accessibility of our show(s)? Feel free to contact us.

Rainbow Corner Books

Mobile bookshop Rainbow Corner Bookshop will be present during the play and will be there from 17:30 on both days. They specialise in children’s books, both fiction and non-fiction. You can buy their books in the location, or order now from their website or by email and collect on the days of the show. If you pre-order, please use ‘Stet’ as a reference in their orders. www.rainbowcornerbooks.com

Open-Air Workshop for schools

Love, Identity and Madness I Friday 8 September (16+) I Gardens of Raadhuis de Paauw

Attention teachers! STET Education’s annual open air workshop is back in Wassenaar! Since a whole-night Shakespeare is often too long and daunting for teenagers we have devised this interactive workshop for your students! Illyria will illustrate key scenes from Twelfth Night and students will participate dynamically, helped by professional actors. Your students will gain insight into one of Shakespeare’s most frequently performed comedies and even get a chance to hop on stage if they like. More information here.

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