Outdoor theatres in Cornwall
Just because Cornwall has a tendency for the weather to surprise us doesn’t mean we don’t go outside – in fact quite the opposite!
Pack your waterproofs just in case and head along to one of these cultural delights sure to warm your cockles (even if the wind is a little chilly).
Squashbox Theatre at the Minack
https://www.minack.com/storytelling-2/
This one man, many character company has a number of shows marketed for kids – but us adults have never been along and not cried with laughter, sung along and learnt a fact or two. The back drop of the stunning bay and the seats carved into the cliffside by an incredible Cornish woman add to the magic and make seeing these shows a truly unforgettable experience.
Kneehigh’s Asylum
https://www.kneehigh.co.uk/asylum/
As an exciting pop-up venue Kneehigh’s Asylum means that the shows and venues always work so well together with no compromise. And this year they have popped up on the beach! Partnering up with local food folk they offer the whole afternoon/evening out and describe themselves as: ‘ a pop-up palace for fun, hope and escape. It is a sanctuary where we can come together to tell stories, to dance, to eat, to drink and celebrate.’
Rouge Theatre
https://www.roguetheatre.co.uk/
Tehidy Woods are magical at all times, but they really come alive when Rouge Theatre wind their stories through the trees and the audience. Prepare yourself to be carried on a journey of twists and turns often offering an alternative to the expected seasonal tales…
Miracle Theatre
Same theatre, different venues – this company tours our beautiful county and can be found creating visual feasts for our eyes accompanied by language to bring smiles to our faces. Established in 1979 Miracle Theatre have perfected their art and their ability to welcome all…