Experience Shakespeare under the stars at Wolverhampton museum with The Lord Chamberlain’s Men

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men return to Bantock House Museum in Wolverhampton for their 21st season with a performance of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. 

With a legacy tracing back to Shakespeare’s original company, the cast will aim to bring the play to life just as it was first seen, performed in the open air with an all-male cast and featuring traditional Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.

A spokesman The Lord Chamberlain’s Men said: "Duke Orsino is hopelessly in love with Countess Olivia but she, deep in mourning, has sworn off all suitors. 

"Enter Viola, shipwrecked, disguised as a man and unknowingly about to turn Orsino’s world upside down. 

"Sent to woo Olivia on Orsino’s behalf, Viola soon finds herself the object of Olivia’s affections while secretly falling for Orsino herself. 

"With mistaken identities, romantic entanglements and mischievous plots unfolding at every turn, Twelfth Night is a joyous celebration of love in all its wonderful, chaotic glory.

"Join us for an evening of laughter, music and timeless storytelling. Bring a chair, pack a picnic, and immerse yourself in the magic of open-air theatre. "

Wolverhampton Council cabinet member for city development, jobs and skills, Councillor Chris Burden, said, “The Lord Chamberlains Men are always welcome guests at Bantock, and hundreds turn out to see these fantastic performance. 

"Bantock House Museum is an idyllic location for an open-air theatre, and I hope everyone who attends has a fantastic evening.”

Twelfth Night takes place on Thursday, July 31 at 7pm, with gates opening at 6pm. 

Tickets cost £18 for Adults and £10 for children aged 16 and under, plus a booking fee if purchasing via the box office or website. 

Tickets can be purchased in person at Bantock House Museum or from the box office on 0208 852 5761 or boxoffice@tlcm.co.uk