A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Callendar Park

Posted on August 12, 2016

The touring open-air theatre company Illyria are bringing Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Callendar Park on Saturday 20^th August, 7pm.

The show, part of Illyria’s 25^th anniversary season, will take place behind Callendar House and last for 2 hours and 20 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. Hot and cold drinks, along with food, will be available to purchase. Attendees are asked to dress appropriately for the weather and bring rugs and low-back seating; seating hire is also available on the night.

Tickets cost £9, and are non-refundable.

To book, please contact Falkirk Community Trust by phone: 01324 506850, or email: parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org or for further information, visit the Falkirk Community Trust website.

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