Shakespeare On The Green

Shakespeare on the Green

The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities lead to wrongful beatings, a near-seduction, the arrest of Antipholus of Ephesus, and accusations of infidelity, theft, madness, and demonic possession.

BP Site Waverton Waverton – Feb 5th to Feb 21st
BP Site, Waverton Park.
This unusual site was a BP oil refinery for almost a century. Boasting spectacular views of Walsh Bay and the Harbour Bridge it was used successfully for the first time last season for Midsummer Night’s Dream.

BP Site Waverton Birchgrove – Feb 26th to Mar 14th
Village Green, Mort Bay Park, McKell St.
Site of the former Mort’s Dock shipyards is now beautiful open harbourside parkland.

Tickets may only be purchased at the venue on the night of the performance from 6.30pm onwards. Cash only - the theatre company has no facilities for processing credit or debit cards for ticket purchase.

• Can I book in Advance?

Sorry, there are no advance purchase bookings because we are dependant on the weather.

• What about discounts for groups?

Yes, we do discounts for groups - a group of 20 or more pay only $15 per head instead of $20 per head. Either way children 12 and under are free! Please ask for the discount at the ticket office when buying your tickets, or contact us in advance by email if you have a really large group or phone 9906 3399.

• What happens if it rains?

In case of bad weather, check the Weather Alert page on the website or phone 9906 3399 for advice on cancellations

If the Shakespeare on the Green management declares the performance "rained out" after you have purchased your ticket, an announcement will be made advising you that the session is cancelled and your ticket will be revalidated as a rain-out ticket and that it can be used for another night later in the season (subject to capacity). It is only valid for the current season.

You must hold on to your tickets and they must be intact. You must ensure before leaving the venue that Shakespeare on the Green staff have re-validated your ticket with the theatre company's stamp.

If rain or other bad weather causes cancellations on the last night of the season, there will be no refunds.

WHAT TIME DOES THE PERFORMANCE START?
The performance starts at 7.30pm and ends around 10pm. There will be a 20-minute interval around 9pm. People are welcome to come early for dinner and drinks beforehand, and to take their drinks and takeaway food onto the green.

• Seating

Seating is al fresco on the green, with a beautiful harbourside backdrop. We recommend you bring rugs and pillows.

• What about food and drinks?

This is a BYO event, so why not plan a picnic with friends before the show on the green with views of the harbour and city backdrop? Access to the green is from 6.30pm and the show starts at 7.30pm.

• Where should I eat?

WAVERTON, BP Site, Waverton Park.

There are any number of restaurants in the area, try any of the Kirribilli restaurants, Blues Point Road in North Sydney or Willoughby Road in Crows Nest.

BIRCHGROVE, the Village Green, Mort Bay Park, McKELL Street

The Dry Dock Hotel is a proud supporter of the show and can be found at the corner of Cameron and Mort Streets.

It is the closest Pub/cafe to the show and you can choose from the takeaway menu at the Dry Dock Hotel and then just wander the 150 metres or so to the show.

The Dry Dock Hotel also offers a full bistro menu from 6pm. Sunday night is roast night - all welcome, just let the staff know you need to leave in time for the show.

• How do I get there by public transport?

BP SITE WAVERTON

BY RAIL - Waverton Railway station is an easy 5 -10 minute walk from the venue - to find your way from the station refer to the google map in the Venue page or just ask directions to Waverton Park and follow the concrete path towards the harbour - you will see signs and the crowd from there or look out for our staff will be on duty to guide you.

BY BUS - the 265 stops about 300 metres from the venue - just ask the driver to let you off at the corner of Woolcott and Larkin Sts, Waverton, follow the concrete path towards the harbour and look out for the crowds, the signs, and our friendly staff.

BIRCHGROVE - McKELL ST

There are lots of ways to get to McKell St, Mort Bay Park, by public transport - so many in fact that it is impossible to do more than give you the general idea (refer to the google map in the Venue page) - so here goes:

BY FERRY - this is the scenic way to travel! The closest ferry wharf is Balmain (Thames St) about 250m from the venue or East Balmain wharf (about 1.2km) or Birchgrove (Louisa Rd - about 1.5km). All these are on the same route "Balmain and Woolich". Other stops include Greenwich, North Sydney and Circular Quay. See Sydney ferries website for timetable details which vary between Fridays and weekends: http://www.sydneyferries.info/timetables.htm

BY BUS - There are lots of buses but the 441 is recommended as the most direct if coming from the city and drops you about a 2 minute walk from McKell St - check the State transit website for timetables, maps and other details http://www.sydneybuses.info/timetable/ but here is a quick summary:

433 - City to Darling St Balmain via Central, Glebe & Lilyfield;alight Darling St near Church St (Bus stop No 204140)

434 - City to Balmain East Wharf via Central, Glebe & Lilyfield;alight Darling St near Church St (Bus stop No 204140)

Shakespeare on the Green is always keen to hear from interested actors or crew members.

We perform annually during the summer months of February to March, with auditions being held in October of each year prior to season start.

If you are interested in becoming involved in our performances in any way, please contact the producers, James Kearney or Sher Guhl:

Tel: 02 9906 3399

email: william@shakespeareonthegreen.com.au

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