08 August 2012

Shakespeare’s romantic comedy As You Like It at Penrhyn Castle, Bangor

The Globe Theatre is visiting Penrhyn Castle in Bangor with their performance of the classic Shakespeare romantic comedy - As You Like It.

If you’re considering spending some quality time in the area then why not book into Ty’n Rhos Country House, one of the most luxurious Bangor hotels.

In the glorious settings of the 19th Century castle the world famous Theatre Company will be performing on an Elizabethan type stage. Surrounded by a Victorian walled garden and some of the best horticultural available in Britain it is sure to be an atmospheric and dramatic delight. The company will be breathing new life into this quintessential play with a small troupe of their travelling players.

As You Like it has been a consistent crowd pleaser over the years and is suitable for all ages to enjoy. It features one of the most famous passages of Shakespeare, “All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players” and is a drama in which play-acting and fantasy are the name of the game. It is also the origin of the saying ‘too much of a good thing’.

Shakespeare penned As You Like It in 1599 when he was at his upmost productivity and was a true master of the craft of satirical poetry. The story is typical of Shakespeare; to take something simple and turn it into complex, often hilarious chaos. Based around a classic tale of love and loss, the central heroine Rosalind falls in love with a young gentleman named Orlando. Having been banished to the forest, and under the costume and guise of a young man, Rosalind counsels Orlando in the art of love.

Full of brilliant narrative, beautiful poetry, gentle satire, slapstick, cross-dressing and passion; it really never fails to entertain and is sure to leave you wanting to see more of the famous wordsmith. You are sure to enjoy this wonderful spectacle; whether you are a stalwart of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet and The Scottish Play, or a complete novice, never to have previously experienced the depths of the Bard – just remember to break a leg!

The one-off performance of the pastoral comedy As You Like It will take place at Penrhyn Castle on the 1st of September at 7.00pm. It takes place in the beautiful outdoor surroundings so remember to take a picnic-blanket (preferably with a picnic!) or your favourite comfortable chair. Tickets are available at www.pontio.co.uk.