Theatre returns in Lichfield's great outdoors

Lichfield Garrick is set to take advantage of the summer heat and bring audiences outdoors, by staging a number of productions in the city's historic parks.

The exciting new programme of shows gets underway next month with a performance of Shakespeare's The Tempest by celebrated theatre company, The Pantaloons, on 29 July.

The premier performance will be held at Stowe Fields, with the iconic Lichfield Cathedral as the backdrop.

The Pantaloons safely and successfully staged 70 socially distanced open-air performances last summer.

Shows continue into August as the magic and adventures move to Beacon Park on Sunday 8 August, with productions of Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Funky Pigs.

This picturesque setting invites families to watch classic children 's characters being brought to life with a fabulous modern twist, packed with songs and fun for all the family.

There will be another helping of Open-Air theatre on 22 August in Beacon Park, which will provide the perfect setting for The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny.

Beatrix Potter 's classic characters will be brought to life by Quantum Theatre in a magical and enchanting production for the whole family, complete with live music.

The Garrick's line-up of shows will conclude on the evening of August 22, with an outdoor production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night 's Dream.

Ticket numbers for the open-air theatre shows are limited in accordance with social distancing requirements and are on sale now, priced at £14 for adults and £12 for under 16s.

Tickets can be purchased online via www.lichfieldgarrick.com or by calling the Box Office on 01543 412121.

Entrance is by ticket only and these must be purchased in advance from the Garrick box office or online. There will be no ticket sales on the day.

Pictured: A selection of shows will be performed in Lichfield this summer