About
Directed by Anna Ledwich ~ Designed by Andrew D Edwards
“I never travel without my diary.
One should always have something sensational to read in the train.”
Summer 1895: Jack loves Gwendolen, Gwendolen loves Ernest, Algernon loves Cecily, and Cecily loves…Ernest! But who is Ernest?...and where are the cucumber sandwiches?…and just what on earth is Bunburying?! Join us and find out as we stage Oscar Wilde’s best-loved comedy of mistaken identity, set around the picture perfect Victorian Bandstand.
#GSCsummer2013 #GuildfordEarnest @GuildfordBard
Directed by Tom Littler ~ Designed by Neil Irish
“Do you not know I am a woman? When I think, I must speak.”
When Rosalind is banished by her usurping uncle, she seeks sanctuary in the Forest of Arden. Here, disguised as boy, not only does she meet the man of her dreams but also finds herself match-maker to three wedding couples. The beautiful gardens of the College of Law explode in a riot of glorious fun and colour as we rush headlong into the forest and discover all the complexities that comes with falling in love!
#GSCsummer2013 #GuildfordAYLI @GuildfordBard
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Company
Here they are... our shiny new cast for Summer 2013!
Joan Blackham Lady Bracknell |
Adam Buchanan Silvius / Charles |
Richard Delaney Jack Worthing Jacques |
Sarah Gobran Gwendolen Fairfax Phebe |
Richard Keightley Algernon Moncrieff Orlando |
Simon Nock Rev Chasuble Duke Frederick/Senior |
Matt Pinches Lane / Merriman Touchstone |
Joseph Richardson Oliver / Corin |
Fiona Sheehan Cecily Celia |
Rhiannon Sommers Rosalind |
Angies Wallis Miss Prism Audrey / Adam |
Do say hello! if you meet them on the High Street... |
Creative Team
We're thrilled to announce two new directors who will be at the helm for this summer: Anna Ledwich (Gate/Headlong New Directions Award Winner 2010), who directed Blue Remembered Hills at Chichester Festival Theatre last summer, and Tom Littler, a seasoned director with The Peter Hall Company, and currently nominated for an Off-West End Theatre Award for Best Director, his work was last seen in Guildford at the Yvonne Arnaud in October 2012 when he directed the bitter sweet comedy Good Grief with Penelope Keith.
They are joined by designers Andrew D Edwards (Playhouse Creatures, Blue Remembered Hills, Chichester) and we're delighted to welcome back Neil Irish who designed last year's Dream and 2011's Merchant.
And of course, the summer wouldn't the summer without Company Manager Kerrie Driscoll (recently on tour with The 39 Steps) and Deputy Stage Manager Beth Sweeney (recently looking after Aladdin in Oxford for Creation), to keep us all on the straight and narrow. Joining them will be Elaine Yeung for As You Like It. Together, Kerrie, Beth and Elaine have been nominated for the Stage Management Team of the Year Award for last summer's open-air season, at the 2013 Stage Management Awards. We'll let you know how they get on!
Picnics, BBQ, Events
Picnic Hampers to order
Our friends at Two South Hill are delighted to offer quality picnic hampers for you to enjoy this summer. The hampers are presented in a wicker basket, with all necessary crockery and cutlery. They can also tailor-make alternative hampers, including vegetarian option, to suit your requirements! A £10 deposit per hamper is charged and refunded on return of the hamper and all hampers are for a minimum of 2 people.
Simply order and collect from our onsite Box Office when you arrive, it couldn't be easier...and don't forget GSC have a fully licensed bar onsite too!
Picnic menu and how to order (pdf)
'Now am I in Arden' This event has finished
Thursday 16 May, 7pm - Guildford Institute
GSC Producer Matt Pinches discusses the enduring appeal of Shakespeare’s sunniest comedy. Book here (takes you to Guildford Institute)
GSC Friends Night
Tuesday 28 May, 6.30pm
An exclusive evening for the GSC Friends to meet, mingle and munch with the cast and creative team behind this summer's season. Become a GSC Friend
Audio Described Performance
Saturday 29 June, 7.30pm - The Importance of Being Earnest
For the blind or visually impaired, a unique opportunity to experience Wilde's fabulous comedy in the open air. Description by Kerry Elkins. Normal ticket prices apply; disabled patrons receive concession price.
End of Season BBQ
Sunday 28 July, from 2pm
Following last year's BBQ at Dream, there'll be another special end of season BBQ to accompany the final performance of As You Like It. Just buy a normal matinee ticket. (BBQ food charged separately)
Tickets
Dates, Times & Ticket Prices
Summer 2013 Open-Air Season
DATES
The Importance of Being Earnest 13 - 29 June 2013 |
As You Like It 17 - 28 July 2013 |
TIMES
The Importance of Being Earnest Evenings 7.30pm (Press Night Mon 17 June 7pm only) Audio Described performance 29 June, 7.30pm NB there are no matinees for Earnest |
As You Like It Evenings 7.30pm Sat matinees (20 & 27 July) 2.30pm Sunday 28 July 4pm |
Running time for both plays approx. 2hrs 25mins (including interval)
TICKETS
£19.50 Full
£16.50 Concessions
£15 Matinees (all tickets)
£65 Family Ticket (2 adults, 2 children under 16)
Concessions
Over 60s, under 16, students, Jobseekers, Equity, disabled patrons - ID may be required
OFFERS
£10 Preview all tkts for Earnest only £10 on Thursday 13 June
Save £3 when you book for BOTH plays at the same time! (Does not apply to Preview, Matinee or Family)
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