Open-air theatre

The idyllic, stone built, Tuckwell Amphitheatre is the perfect setting for an Open-air Theatre Festival. Surrounded by lush trees and shrubs and sheltered from the outside world, this magical venue attracts the very best in touring open-air theatre from across the UK.

“Magical Surroundings” (Gloucestershire Echo)

“A really lovely site, a pleasure to relax in!” (Audience member)

This gem of an outdoor festival, tucked away in a secluded corner of Dean Close School, plays host to sublime jazz, classic drama, inspiring Shakespeare, colourful family entertainment, local talent and the enchanting Cinema Under the Stars; all between 15th July and 1st August every summer.

“Imaginative, enthralling and compelling” (Audience member)

“Good company, twinkling lights in the dell, a glass of wine before the film, a hot chocolate at the end – what more could anyone want?!” (Audience member)

So why not pack a hamper, pop a bottle of sparkling wine on ice and grab yourself some tickets for the hottest festival of theatre, alfresco? It really is an enchanting place to be entertained with friends on a balmy summer’s evening.

“A magical experience ALWAYS” (Audience member)

See you there!

Team Tuckwell x

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