Old Buckenham Players celebrate 40th anniversary
Off the back of their sell-out 2018 pantomime which kicked off their 40th anniversary year, Old Buckenham Players are back with a Shakespearean classic 'The Tempest'.
Having performed A Midsummer Night's Dream a few years ago, the group decided to embark on another of the so called 'Big 5'. The Tempest has been enjoyed by millions throughout the years.
The play is set on a remote island following a storm of epic proportions and involves both outsiders and islanders on a journey of magic, murder-plots, romance and bundles of humour.
Still used by many secondary school for GCSE learning, the story is one of mystery, fantasy, revenge, comedy and remorse. It is a challenging production in both the technical and theatrical sense and there is more than the odd surprise in store for audience members when it comes to staging, lighting and indeed costumes.
The challenge is to make it your own, something that has not been lost on the director who saw it fitting to merge both their own ideas and also the ending of WW1's anniversary by applying authentic costuming to several of the characters. This coupled with the more classical dress will make for a special and unique take on this watchable and enjoyed spectacle.
The Players can guarantee your enjoyment and appreciation of the efforts of all involved, whether you're a seasoned Shakespeare goer or not. So why not join in celebrating local talent at its best and you never know, you may want to even give it a go yourself one day.
Performances are being held at Old Buckenham Village Hall and start at 7.30pm on Thursday 17, Friday 18 and Saturday 19 of May. There'll be a raffle and a very reasonably priced bar serving a range of soft and alcoholic drinks.
Tickets are on sale now costing just £8 and can be purchased by calling the box office on 01953 851946 or in person from Old Buckenham Village Stores or Nuts 'n' Bolts in Attleborough.
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