Join the troupe for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’.

Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.

What’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match.

This is an outdoor production, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the weather!

Praise for previous HandleBards performances…

★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage

★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo

Visit www.handlebards.com to find out more and book your tickets.

Good to Know

You’re welcome to arrive and get comfortable up to 45 minutes prior to the start of the performance.

Tickets for this immersive theatrical experience start at £5 for a child’s ticket. We’re expecting it to be very popular, so don’t delay!

This is an outdoor performance:

• Bring a chair or picnic blanket to sit on.
• You’re welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy – including your favourite tipple!
• We are looking forward to a warm summer evening, but bringing blankets for extra warmth might be a good idea! In case of extreme weather, the performance will be moved indoors to St. Mary’s Church in Painswick.
• We recommend wearing comfortable footwear for your visit.
• The Garden is in a valley with some steep and uneven pathways and loose surfaces which may pose challenges for those with mobility issues. We advise against using motorised scooters or wheelchairs. Please call us if you would like any further accessibility information on 01452 813204.
• There is ample free parking at the Garden.