BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The HandleBards - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:The HandleBards
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.handlebards.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The HandleBards
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20270328T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20271031T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T230225Z
CREATED:20251203T213936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T230225Z
UID:10000760-1782932400-1782939600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Asthall Manor for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, some of the slopes are steep\, there is also a fair amount of gravel which can be tricky for wheelchairs – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-asthall-manor/
LOCATION:Asthall Manor\, Asthall Manor\, Asthall\, Burford\, OX18 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.799993;-1.5829306
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asthall Manor Asthall Manor Asthall Burford OX18 4HW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Asthall Manor:geo:-1.5829306,51.799993
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260317T135422Z
CREATED:20260317T135422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T135422Z
UID:10000805-1782932400-1782939600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.\n\n 
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-valley-arts-at-yeo-valley-organic-garden/
LOCATION:Valley Arts at Yeo Valley Organic Garden\, Unnamed Road\, Blagdon\, Bristol\, BS40 7SQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.3295122;-2.6982151
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Valley Arts at Yeo Valley Organic Garden Unnamed Road Blagdon Bristol BS40 7SQ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Unnamed Road:geo:-2.6982151,51.3295122
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T230408Z
CREATED:20251203T211834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T230408Z
UID:10000705-1783018800-1783026000@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-marine-theatre/
LOCATION:Marine Theatre\, Church St\, Lyme Regis\, DT7 3QB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.7255907;-2.9320772
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marine Theatre Church St Lyme Regis DT7 3QB United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Church St:geo:-2.9320772,50.7255907
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T230535Z
CREATED:20251203T213940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T230535Z
UID:10000761-1783018800-1783026000@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Earth Trust for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-earth-trust/
LOCATION:Earth Trust\, Little Wittenham\, Oxfordshire\, OX14 4QZ
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.6355169;-1.1852459
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Earth Trust Little Wittenham Oxfordshire OX14 4QZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Little Wittenham:geo:-1.1852459,51.6355169
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T104318Z
CREATED:20260410T104318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T104318Z
UID:10000806-1783101600-1783108800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-taunton-brewhouse-at-hestercombe-house-fri/
LOCATION:Taunton Brewhouse at Hestercombe House\, Coal Orchard\, Taunton\, TA1 1JL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.0181032;-3.1021702
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Taunton Brewhouse at Hestercombe House Coal Orchard Taunton TA1 1JL United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Coal Orchard:geo:-3.1021702,51.0181032
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T230730Z
CREATED:20251203T213943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T230730Z
UID:10000762-1783105200-1783112400@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nPedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-stubbings-estate/
LOCATION:Stubbings Estate\, Stubbings Estate\, Stubbings Lane\, Maidenhead\, SL6 6QL
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.5219264;-0.7803819
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Stubbings Estate Stubbings Estate Stubbings Lane Maidenhead SL6 6QL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Stubbings Estate\, Stubbings Lane\, Maidenhead:geo:-0.7803819,51.5219264
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T200000
DTSTAMP:20251203T230848Z
CREATED:20251203T214114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T230848Z
UID:10000763-1783188000-1783195200@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Strawberry Hill House & Garden for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 5pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven and the performance area is on grass. There is access from the car park to the back of the house on paving. To get to the stage area a small flat lawned area will need to be crossed – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-strawberry-hill-house/
LOCATION:Strawberry Hill House & Garden\, 268 Waldegrave Rd\, London\, Twickenham\, TW1 4ST\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.4382129;-0.3348029
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Strawberry Hill House & Garden 268 Waldegrave Rd London Twickenham TW1 4ST United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=268 Waldegrave Rd:geo:-0.3348029,51.4382129
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T104343Z
CREATED:20260410T104343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T104343Z
UID:10000807-1783188000-1783195200@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-taunton-brewhouse-at-hestercombe-house-sat/
LOCATION:Taunton Brewhouse at Hestercombe House\, Coal Orchard\, Taunton\, TA1 1JL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.0181032;-3.1021702
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Taunton Brewhouse at Hestercombe House Coal Orchard Taunton TA1 1JL United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Coal Orchard:geo:-3.1021702,51.0181032
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T203000
DTSTAMP:20260226T163505Z
CREATED:20260225T133951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T163505Z
UID:10000808-1783276200-1783283400@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Ebbingford Manor Bude with North Coast Arts for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 5:30pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThere is only disabled  parking available at Ebbingford Manor – pre-book a space by emailing Richard info@northcoastarts.co.uk.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven There is level access to performance space. Mobility scooters are welcome. If you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-ebbingford-manor-bude/
LOCATION:Ebbingford Manor Bude\, Vicarage Road\, Bude\, Devon\, EX23 8LN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.8259589;-4.5475811
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ebbingford Manor Bude Vicarage Road Bude Devon EX23 8LN United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Vicarage Road:geo:-4.5475811,50.8259589
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T203000
DTSTAMP:20260226T163526Z
CREATED:20260225T134148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T163526Z
UID:10000809-1783449000-1783456200@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Hartland Abbey with North Coast Arts for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 5:30pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThere is free public parking on site\, close to the performance area at Hartland Abbey. There is also free entry to the gardens one hour before the performance for ticket holders.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-hartland-abbey/
LOCATION:Hartland Abbey\, Hartland\, Bideford\, Devon\, EX39 6DT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.9965611;-4.508749
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hartland Abbey Hartland Bideford Devon EX39 6DT United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hartland:geo:-4.508749,50.9965611
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T231050Z
CREATED:20251203T214116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T231050Z
UID:10000764-1783450800-1783458000@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Royal Hospital Chelsea for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nChairs are being provided by the venue\, please also note that you cannot bring picnics and outside alcohol to this performance.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nEnjoy Food & Drinks from Heidi Bakery. Treat yourself to a refreshing glass of Prosecco and a selection of delicious food from Heidi Bakery. Available for purchase before the performance and during the intermission\, our offerings will keep you refreshed and satisfied throughout the evening. Join us at Heidi Bakery for the perfect start to your experience!\nThe site is fully accessible – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-royal-hospital-chelsea/
LOCATION:Royal Hospital Chelsea\, Royal Hospital Road\, London\, London\, SW3 4SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.4865866;-0.1603089
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Royal Hospital Chelsea Royal Hospital Road London London SW3 4SR United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Royal Hospital Road:geo:-0.1603089,51.4865866
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260630T171309Z
CREATED:20260317T134725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T171309Z
UID:10000810-1783535400-1783542600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-tapeley-park/
LOCATION:Tapeley Park\, Tapeley Park\, Bideford\, Devon\, EX39 4NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.0411555;-4.172283
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tapeley Park Tapeley Park Bideford Devon EX39 4NT United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Tapeley Park:geo:-4.172283,51.0411555
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T231229Z
CREATED:20251203T214119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T231229Z
UID:10000765-1783537200-1783544400@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Luton Hoo Estate for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-luton-hoo-estate/
LOCATION:Luton Hoo Estate\, Farm Rd\, Luton\, LU1 4LF
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.8441472;-0.3940011
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Luton Hoo Estate Farm Rd Luton LU1 4LF;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Farm Rd:geo:-0.3940011,51.8441472
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260225T134406Z
CREATED:20251203T211839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T134406Z
UID:10000706-1783623600-1783630800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Lamyatt near Bruton for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nThe performance is in the second field past the village hall – parking is available on the first field.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, access is through an agricultural gateway with some rutting. Contact sctlamyatt@gmail.com to book blue badge parking or discuss accessibility.\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-lamyatt-near-bruton/
LOCATION:Lamyatt near Bruton\, Lamyatt Village Hall Portway Hill\, Lamyatt\, BA4 6NJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.1208274;-2.491741
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lamyatt near Bruton Lamyatt Village Hall Portway Hill Lamyatt BA4 6NJ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lamyatt Village Hall Portway Hill:geo:-2.491741,51.1208274
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T231449Z
CREATED:20251203T214124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T231449Z
UID:10000766-1783623600-1783630800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nPedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-the-quarry-theatre/
LOCATION:The Quarry Theatre\, 26 St Peters St\, Bedford\, MK40 2NN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:52.139238;-0.464328
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Quarry Theatre 26 St Peters St Bedford MK40 2NN United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=26 St Peters St:geo:-0.464328,52.139238
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T165017Z
CREATED:20260428T165017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T165017Z
UID:10000819-1783710000-1783717200@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Hastings Castle for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven. The site is predominantly grass with various bumps and dips\, but the grass is kept very short and there are no profound holes. There is a small ramp for access\, but it is not official accessibility-regulation gradient\, so some wheelchair users may need steward assistance – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-hastings-castle/
LOCATION:Hastings Castle\, Castle Hill Rd\, Hastings\, TN34 3HY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.8569949;0.5848177
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hastings Castle Castle Hill Rd Hastings TN34 3HY United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Castle Hill Rd:geo:0.5848177,50.8569949
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T190000
DTSTAMP:20251203T231607Z
CREATED:20251203T214126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T231607Z
UID:10000767-1783789200-1783796400@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Coventry Cathedral for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 4pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-coventry-cathedral/
LOCATION:Coventry Cathedral\, Priory St\, Coventry\, CV1 5AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:52.4091596;-1.5062923
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coventry Cathedral Priory St Coventry CV1 5AB United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Priory St:geo:-1.5062923,52.4091596
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T104620Z
CREATED:20260410T104620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T104620Z
UID:10000820-1783796400-1783803600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Polesden Lacey for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven. Parking will be in golf course field. If you have access needs\, please make a member of staff or volunteer aware and they can park you in the access car park. Subject to availability\, there will be an accessibility bus going from the access car park to the theatre site. The path from the car park to the theatre is relatively flat\, please be mindful of the slope leading up to the auditorium as the grass may be uneven in places. Please let the venue know in advance if you have any specific access needs – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-polesden-lacey/
LOCATION:Polesden Lacey\, Dorking Road\, Great Bookham\, Surrey\, RH5 6BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.2678747;-0.3664805
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Polesden Lacey Dorking Road Great Bookham Surrey RH5 6BD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Dorking Road:geo:-0.3664805,51.2678747
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T180000
DTSTAMP:20260225T135332Z
CREATED:20251203T214334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T135332Z
UID:10000768-1783872000-1783879200@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nPedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-the-lenches-amphitheatre/
LOCATION:The Lenches Amphitheatre\, Ab Lench Road\, Church Lench\, Worcestershire\, WR11 4UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:52.1607931;-1.9727578
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Lenches Amphitheatre Ab Lench Road Church Lench Worcestershire WR11 4UQ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Ab Lench Road:geo:-1.9727578,52.1607931
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260712T190000
DTSTAMP:20251203T231952Z
CREATED:20251203T211844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T231952Z
UID:10000707-1783875600-1783882800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Emmetts Garden for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 4pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, dogs are not allowed onsite however guide dogs are more than welcome – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-emmetts-garden/
LOCATION:Emmetts Garden\, Ide Hill\, Sevenoaks\, TN14 6BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.2518315;0.1151915
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Emmetts Garden Ide Hill Sevenoaks TN14 6BA United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Ide Hill:geo:0.1151915,51.2518315
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T161139Z
CREATED:20251203T211907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T161139Z
UID:10000708-1784055600-1784062800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at The Charterhouse for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 5:30pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nThis year’s performance will be in the inner courtyard of the Charterhouse\, rather than Charterhouse Square.\nThe venue are providing a bar for the show\, so please do not bring any outside alcohol to the performance.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, the performance area is flat ground andeasily accessible\, as are the nearby toilets. Baby change is also available. If you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-the-charterhouse/
LOCATION:The Charterhouse\, Charterhouse Square\, Barbican\, London\, EC1M 6AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.5209709;-0.0998511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Charterhouse Charterhouse Square Barbican London EC1M 6AH United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Charterhouse Square:geo:-0.0998511,51.5209709
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260225T134609Z
CREATED:20251203T211911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T134609Z
UID:10000709-1784142000-1784149200@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Cowdray Ruins for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven. Car parking is a few minutes walk from the performance area and disabled parking is available next to the venue. The ground is flat grass but a little bumpy – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-cowdray-ruins/
LOCATION:Cowdray Ruins\, River Ground Stables\, Midhurst\, West Sussex\, GU29 9AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.98707;-0.7319331
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cowdray Ruins River Ground Stables Midhurst West Sussex GU29 9AL United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=River Ground Stables:geo:-0.7319331,50.98707
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T232346Z
CREATED:20251203T211917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T232346Z
UID:10000710-1784228400-1784235600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-furzey-gardens-thur/
LOCATION:Furzey Gardens\, School Ln\, Minstead\, Lyndhurst\, SO43 7GL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.9026044;-1.6104671
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Furzey Gardens School Ln Minstead Lyndhurst SO43 7GL United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=School Ln:geo:-1.6104671,50.9026044
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260717T210000
DTSTAMP:20251203T232343Z
CREATED:20251203T211921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T232343Z
UID:10000711-1784314800-1784322000@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this performance are being sold by the venue\, to book yours click here!\nJoin the troupe for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nFor outdoor performances: in case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nFor full ticket information and venue accessibility please see the venue’s website.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-furzey-gardens-fri/
LOCATION:Furzey Gardens\, School Ln\, Minstead\, Lyndhurst\, SO43 7GL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:50.9026044;-1.6104671
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Furzey Gardens School Ln Minstead Lyndhurst SO43 7GL United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=School Ln:geo:-1.6104671,50.9026044
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20251203T232502Z
CREATED:20251203T211926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T232502Z
UID:10000712-1784397600-1784404800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Asthall Manor for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 5pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, some of the slopes are steep\, there is also a fair amount of gravel which can be tricky for wheelchairs – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-asthall-manor/
LOCATION:Asthall Manor\, Asthall Manor\, Asthall\, Burford\, OX18 4HW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.799993;-1.5829306
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Asthall Manor Asthall Manor Asthall Burford OX18 4HW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Asthall Manor:geo:-1.5829306,51.799993
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T132210Z
CREATED:20251203T214337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T132210Z
UID:10000769-1784397600-1784404800@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at National Trust Ilam Park for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nAccessibility \nWe’re working with Extant and Enhance Facilitator Chris Campion to fully integrate visually impaired access with our 2026 tour of As You Like It. All performances will be accessible without the need for audio description or adapting the show\, thanks to Extant’s tailored approach to integrating access\, alongside a bespoke Touch Tour. \nIf you’ve ever been trying to open a stubborn picnic package mid-show you’ve almost certainly been able to tell the different between an epic swordfight and someone being hit with a bike wheel by sound alone. That’s exactly how we’re integrating accessibility\, by being even more intentional with the audio elements of the show from the ground up – we won’t be changing Shakespeare’s text\, and you can expect the same joyous HandleBards show. \n‘Very descriptive and it allowed me to create a visual picture in my head.’ \nAt National Trust Ilam Park\, we’ll also be offering a Touch Tour before the show. The touch tour will be at 4:30pm and you can book your place on the tour alongside a ticket during check-out\, or by emailing us at info@handlebards.com. We recommend arriving at the venue 15 minutes before the touch-tour. \nAccompanying show notes and a digital programme can be downloaded here. \nThe notes encapsulate the visual aspects of the show and are written with access for visually impaired audiences at the core. The Touch Tour offers exploration of set\, props and costume: offering an immersive space in which to imagine the work before the show begins. \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 5pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, access to the theatre site is along an accessible path with step free access – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-national-trust-ilam-park/
LOCATION:National Trust Ilam Park\, Ilam Park\, Ilam\, Ashbourne\, Derbyshire\, DE6 2AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:53.0540747;-1.8032714
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Trust Ilam Park Ilam Park Ilam Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 2AZ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Ilam Park\, Ilam:geo:-1.8032714,53.0540747
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T190000
DTSTAMP:20251203T232733Z
CREATED:20251203T212138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T232733Z
UID:10000713-1784480400-1784487600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:Macbeth
DESCRIPTION:Join the troupe at Earth Trust for a hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy\, our Macbeth is chock full of mishaps\, mayhem and mirth. \nWe all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would\, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done\, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear… \nSuitable for all ages and apparitions. \nThe HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van\, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 4pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-earth-trust/
LOCATION:Earth Trust\, Little Wittenham\, Oxfordshire\, OX14 4QZ
CATEGORIES:Macbeth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-macbeth-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:51.6355169;-1.1852459
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Earth Trust Little Wittenham Oxfordshire OX14 4QZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Little Wittenham:geo:-1.1852459,51.6355169
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260519T165254Z
CREATED:20251203T214340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T165254Z
UID:10000770-1784480400-1784487600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at High Lea Park for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 4pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £16 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.\n\nThis performance is helping to raise funds for the Rock Mill Centre CIC.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-high-lea-park/
LOCATION:High Lea Park\, St Mary's Rd\, New Mills\, High Peak\, SK22 3BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:53.3663108;-2.0046669
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=High Lea Park St Mary's Rd New Mills High Peak SK22 3BW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Mary's Rd:geo:-2.0046669,53.3663108
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T210000
DTSTAMP:20260623T135221Z
CREATED:20251203T214343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T135221Z
UID:10000771-1784660400-1784667600@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at Ordsall Hall for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nAccessibility \nWe’re working with Extant and Enhance Facilitator Chris Campion to fully integrate visually impaired access with our 2026 tour of As You Like It. All performances will be accessible without the need for audio description or adapting the show\, thanks to Extant’s tailored approach to integrating access\, alongside a bespoke Touch Tour. \nIf you’ve ever been trying to open a stubborn picnic package mid-show you’ve almost certainly been able to tell the different between an epic swordfight and someone being hit with a bike wheel by sound alone. That’s exactly how we’re integrating accessibility\, by being even more intentional with the audio elements of the show from the ground up – we won’t be changing Shakespeare’s text\, and you can expect the same joyous HandleBards show. \n‘Very descriptive and it allowed me to create a visual picture in my head.’ \nAt Ordsall Hall\, we’ll also be offering a Touch Tour before the show. The touch tour will be at 5:30pm and you can book your place on the tour alongside a ticket during check-out\, or by emailing us at info@handlebards.com. We recommend arriving at the venue 15 minutes before the touch-tour. \nAccompanying show notes and a digital programme can be downloaded here. \nThe notes encapsulate the visual aspects of the show and are written with access for visually impaired audiences at the core. The Touch Tour offers exploration of set\, props and costume: offering an immersive space in which to imagine the work before the show begins. \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven\, the site has flat paths for access and accessible toilets. The performance takes place on grass which is flat – if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nNotes on Parking and Public Transport \n\nThe Metrolink is undergoing extensive improvement works from mid-July through the start of August\, and unfortunately NO trams will be running between the city centre and Media City or Eccles. This means that the tram stop nearest Ordsall Hall will be closed\, and all other nearby tram stops will be out of action as well. There will be replacement bus services – details have yet to be announced. More info here – https://tfgm.com/tram-improvement-works/deansgate-castlefield-and-trafford-bar-works.\nOverspill parking will not be available for the As You Like It performance\, there is very limited blue badge parking available at the venue.\nPlease make sure to plan ahead for your journey to the venue!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-ordsall-hall/
LOCATION:Ordsall Hall\, 322 Ordsall Ln\, Salford\, M5 3AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:53.4690374;-2.2766815
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ordsall Hall 322 Ordsall Ln Salford M5 3AN United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=322 Ordsall Ln:geo:-2.2766815,53.4690374
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T164128Z
CREATED:20260428T164103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T164128Z
UID:10000835-1784746800-1784754000@www.handlebards.com
SUMMARY:As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK. \nJoin the troupe at the North of England Centre for Music and Arts for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match. \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nPraise for previous HandleBards performances… \n★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage \n★★★★★ – “Five stars just don’t seem enough…” – The Sunderland Echo \nNotes on Performance \n\nDoors open at 6pm\, so bring a picnic and come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.\nSeating isn’t provided by the venue so please make sure to bring your own – chairs\, picnics\, blankets and any other low-backed accessories are welcome.\nIn case of rain\, please don’t bring umbrellas as they block sight-lines for other audience members. Ponchos and raincoats are just as fetching\, so please wear these instead.\nPlease park at the Goods Yard by Marsden Railway Station\, 7mins walk along the towpath. Shuttle boat runs down the towpath. No parking available at the venue. Venues with access needs may be dropped at the site.\nThis is an outdoors performance and surfaces may be uneven- if you have any access related questions ahead of the performance please get in touch!\n\nImportant Ticket Conditions – Please Read \n\nTickets will also be available to purchase on the day at the venue for £21 each\, subject to availability. If the show sells out in advance then tickets may not be available on the door so early booking is encouraged!\nYou can bring your tickets digitally\, on a phone or tablet\, so save the trees and please don’t print them.
URL:https://www.handlebards.com/show/as-you-like-it-necma/
LOCATION:North of England Centre for Music and Arts\, Waters Rd\,\, Marsden\, HD7 6NQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:As You Like It
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.handlebards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/handlebards-as-you-like-it-banner-shakespeare-theatre.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The HandleBards":MAILTO:info@handlebards.com
GEO:53.6057368;-1.9420449
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=North of England Centre for Music and Arts Waters Rd Marsden HD7 6NQ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Waters Rd\,:geo:-1.9420449,53.6057368
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR