Shakespeare's 'As you like it' comes to Brockholes Nature Reserve this summer!

The Bard meets the best of outdoor theatre in an exciting performance of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’, by Folksy Theatre company.

Set in the stunning surroundings of Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston, expect live music and audience participation in a classic Shakespearean tale of love, comedy, betrayal and death.

The plot of ‘As You Like It’ is what we all love and expect from Shakespeare’s timeless tales. Rosalind is the daughter of a banished duke and falls in love with Orlando. When Rosalind is also banished from the court by her uncle, she takes on the appearance of a boy named Ganymede.

She travels to the Forest of Arden, along with her cousin Celia and the jester Touchstone, to where her father and his friends live in exile.

Rosalind meets Orlando again in the forest and devises an elaborate scheme to find out the sincerity of his supposed passion for her. To further capture his heart, she uses the witty and mischievous façade of ‘Ganymede’.

Leah Ince, Conference and Wedding Sales Manager at Brockholes, says “Folksy theatre company really bring stories to life with bold characters and interactive elements. It’s great to see tickets booking up so quickly.

“There is a huge demand for this sort of event in a natural setting, so if you want to attend, we advise booking your place as soon as possible. We will be going ahead rain or shine, so please dress for the British weather!”

The performance takes place on Sunday 21 July, 6pm – 8:30pm. The timings include an interval where hot food and treats will be available before, during and after the play. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and are free to set up in the performance area from 5pm.

Adult tickets are priced at £16.31, and an under 12s ticket is £12.07. A family ticket is also available at £49.12. All pricing includes booking fees and VAT. Details and booking can be found on the events section of our website: here

Over 100 people are expected to attend the summer evening performance, with tickets still available but selling fast!