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Events 2008

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Peter Pan by Heartbreak Productions

"Heartbreak Productions announce a brand new adaptation of this world-famous story by JM Barrie about a mischievous little boy who literally will not grow up - Peter Pan, a fierce swordfighter, spends his never-ending childhood adventuring on the island of Neverland as leader of the Lost Boys.

This outstanding story features some fantastical elements: Peter’s ability to fly, his best friend, the fairy named Tinker Bell and a source of both fear and humour, a crocodile that has swallowed a ticking clock who stalks the pirate leader, Captain Hook.

This thrilling adaptation from Heartbreak promises to be their most interactive show to date so be prepared to join in: if you always wanted to be one of the Lost Boys, you dreamt of being a pirate or you missed an opportunity to be Tiger Lily, this production is your chance! An unforgettable concoction of fantasy, magic, humour and sinister villains guarantees entertainment for all in this exciting family show. "When the first baby laughed for the first time, the laugh broke into a thousand pieces and they all went skipping about, and that was the beginning of fairies." (A performance donation of at least £50 a night will be made to Great Ormond Street Hospital). "

For further information, contact Nicci Selby – 01926 430307 or email: nicci@heartbreakproductions.co.uk

Booking information

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Either on line via the Heartbreak Website or through the Shenley Park Trust office.

Discounts are available through Shenley Park Trust office only.

Pre ordered picnics available, teas, coffees, home made cakes and cream teas will be available throughout the evening.

Watford Brass Band are also returning for their third year. A popular concert with a wide variety of music. A perfect way to spend a summers afternoon, a cream tea, music by a brass band all in a beautiful garden.

Watford Brass Band contact:Elizabeth Cooper

Booking information

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Tickets via the Shenley Park Trust Office.

Discounts are available through Shenley Park Trust office only.

Pre ordered picnics available, teas, coffees, home made cakes and cream teas will be available throughout the afternoon.

A Midsummer Night's Dream - British Touring Shakespeare Open Air Summer Season 2008

BTS continue their long tradition of outdoor classical excellence with this exciting new presentation of Shakespeare's timeless comedy of magic, mischief and romance.

British Touring Shakespeare are returning to Shenley Park for their third year.

Last year having performed A Comedy of Errors in the amphitheatre.

This year they are coming to perform A Midsummer Night's Dream on Midsummers Night itself.

This promises to be a truly wonderful performance.

Booking information

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Either on line via Fascimile Productions or through the Shenley Park Trust office.

Discounts are available through Shenley Park Trust office only.

In the event of poor weather the show will go on, please see our wet weather policy.

Pre ordered picnics available, teas, coffees, home made cakes and cream teas will be available throughout the evening.

The return of the jazz concert by Hertsmere Jazz Workshop.

Tickets available via Jim Philips on 0208 953 5633 or through the Orchard Tea Room.

Treasure Island

Set in the days of sail ships and pirates, Treasure Island tells of the adventures of Jim Hawkins and his search for the buried treasure of the notorious pirate Captain Flint. In this new adaptation by Michael Whitmore the aim is to be faithful to the book whilst creating a lively action-packed show for all the family with live music.

Pirates really are the new big thing, and they’re here to stay!  From July until the end of August Long John Silver and his crew of salty old sea dogs are weighing anchor at open-air venues across the UK and Ireland in a brand new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale Treasure Island.

The play, adapted directly from the original swashbuckling novel, is performed by Quantum Theatre and promises wall to wall action as Jim Hawkins and his friends battle to recover the evil Captain Flint’s treasure before the pirates get there first.  Along the way we are promised high drama, swordfights, sea shanties and of course Long John’s parrot Cap’n Flint.

This is Quantum’s third outdoor season in the UK and the company is looking forward to bringing its summer tour to Ireland for the first time. Indeed, harnessing sixteen years of experience touring schools, theatres and open-air venues Quantum’s Treasure Island promises fantastic entertainment for pirate fans of all ages.

We welcome Quantum Theatre Group for the first time to the Walled Garden amphitheatre.

Booking information

For ticket prices click here.

Either via Quantum Theatre on 0845 450 5157 (credit card) or through the Shenley Park Trust office (cash or cheque)

Discounts are available through Shenley Park Trust office only.

Pre ordered picnics available, teas, coffees, home made cakes and cream teas will be available throughout the evening.

The Phoenix Band return for a second year, a must come to - last years concert was outstanding. A lively mix of a wide variety of music - something for everybody.

To contact the Phoenix Concert Band directly click on this link Kate Marshall.

Booking information

For ticket prices click here.

Tickets via the Shenley Park Trust Office.

Pre ordered picnics available, teas, coffees, home made cakes and cream teas will be available throughout the afternoon.

The St.Albans Brass Band are coming to perform a concert in the Walled Garden amphitheatre for the first time this year.

To contact the band directly click on this link Nick Doolan.

Booking information

For ticket prices click here.

Tickets via the Shenley Park Trust Office.

Pre ordered picnics available, teas, coffees, home made cakes and cream teas will be available throughout the afternoon.

Shenley Park Events Wet Weather Policy

This policy forms part of our terms and conditions.

The Walled Garden and amphitheatre are completely uncovered. We will make every effort to complete the performance and reserve the right to stop and start the action as necessary.

Performances will never be cancelled or abandoned before the advertised starting time and then only in the event of very bad weather. Refunds are not given for cancellation or abandonment as a result of the weather; however performances will aim to take place regardless of weather conditions.