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Contemporary Shakespeare Hits Yeovil At Last!

Contemporary ShakespeareFollowing the much talked about contemporary adaptations of Shakespeare's plays seen recently on BBC 1 - "The Stray Players" present their own interpretation of "Macbeth " -renamed "Descent"…


The play is a mix of text, physical theatre, dance and drama-taking a totally new perspective of the well known tragedy.  It is set in an 'unknown' dark world and follows Macbeth's descent into corruption and tragedy in an intriguing and exciting one hour piece. The entire production has been put together through improvisation and cast ideas along with the set design, choreography, sound and lighting design. Be prepared to experience a piece of dramatic and inspiring theatre -Are you ready?!   Suitable for all age groups!

The Stray Players, all Foundation degree Contemporary Theatre Practice students from the University Centre Yeovil, take their debut performance to three totally different venues:

  1. The David hall, South Petherton, Tuesday May, 23rd   @ 8pm
    Tickets available from the Box Office: - 01460 240340 or 01935 845312

  2. The Powell Theatre - Wednesday 24th May @ 8pm
    Tickets available from Box Office; - 01935 810579 or 01935 845312

  3. Yeovil College, Main Hall - Thursday, May 25th @ 7.30pm
    Contact box office for tickets; 01935 845312

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