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This season

Current titles

Explore our current season titles touring between May and September, and buy tickets.

The Merry Wives of Windsor

by William Shakespeare

Falstaff is skint. He attempts to seduce two merchants’ wives hoping to relieve them of money. But when Mistress Page and Mistress Ford receive identical love letters, they vow to teach him a lesson he’ll never forget! Sensational international-award-winning Illyria guarantee a night of laughter and hijinks under the stars.

Running time:

140-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval.

Suitability:

SUMMER

2025

Suitable for all ages.

Pride and Prejudice

by Jane Austen, adapted by Oliver Gray

Lizzy finds disdainful Mr Darcy detestable! Or does she…? Can she see beyond his pride – and could he overcome her prejudice – to consider a possible future together? Award-winning Illyria returns to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in sparkling style. Bring a picnic and enjoy her at her vibrant, bitchy best!

Running time:

140-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval.

Suitability:

SUMMER

2025

Suitable for all ages.

HMS Pinafore

by Gilbert and Sullivan

Josephine, the captain’s daughter, loves Ralph, a common sailor. But her father insists she marries Sir Joseph Porter, First Lord of the Admiralty. Must class always get in the way of love? With sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless comic opera is performed outdoors on a spectacular nautical set.

Running time:

120-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval.

Suitability:

SUMMER

2025

Suitable for all ages.

The Wind in the Willows

by Kenneth Grahame, adapted by Oliver Gray

Mole yearns to explore the wide world. Badger enjoys peace and quiet. Rat likes just messing about in boats. Their idyllic lives on the Riverbank are turned upside down when Toad reveals his latest obsession: a motor-car! Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahame’s classic tale in the great British outdoors.

Running time:

100-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval.

Suitability:

SUMMER

2025

Ages 5+ (younger children also welcome).

Upcoming performances

Browse our full summer programme as a list or on a map, using the menus to filter by region or title, and book tickets. You can also get clued up about your visit to one of our performances.

The Wind in the Willows

Margaret Haes Riding Centre

nr Bury BL8 4NX

Saturday 31 May

The Wind in the Willows

Stathern Lodge

nr Nottingham LE14 4EX

Sunday 8 June

The Wind in the Willows

Waresley Park Estate

Sandy SG19 3DD

Friday 6 June

The Wind in the Willows

Wollaton Hall

Nottingham NG8 2AE

Friday 13 June

The Wind in the Willows

The Vyne

Basingstoke RG24 9HL

Saturday 7 June

The Wind in the Willows

The Temple - Wanstead Park

Wanstead E11 2LS

Saturday 14 June

Plain text tour overviews:

Past seasons

Illyria has dominated the UK outdoor touring theatre sector for more than 30 years, performing more shows to more people than any other outdoor touring company. Browse our previous titles, filter by season and category, or learn more about our history.

Robin Hood

adapted by Oliver Gray

2023

Peter Pan

by J.M. Barrie

2022

A Midsummer Night's Dream

by William Shakespeare

2022

Much Ado About Nothing

by William Shakespeare

2021

The Pirates of Penzance

by Gilbert and Sullivan

2022

The Further Adventures of Doctor Dolittle

by Hugh Lofting, adapted by Oliver Gray

2021

Gallery

Plaudits

"Radical entertainment"

The Scotsman

"Theatrical brilliance"

Broken Spine

"The perfect watch for a summer evening"

Theatre&Tonic

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Theatre&Tonic

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Theatre&Tonic

"Enjoyed every minute!"

Audience

"Enchanting"

Broken Spine

"Excellent as ever. What energy!"

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