‘Some Cupid kill with arrows, some with traps.’

OTG is delighted to be back in the beautiful surroundings of Oxford’s University Parks with a sassy and fun-filled performance of Shakespeare’s well-loved rom-com, Much Ado About Nothing.

As Count Claudio and Hero fall in love and prepare to wed, Hero’s cousin Beatrice and avowed bachelor Benedick are tricked in to believing the other loves them. The villainous Don John persuades Claudio that Hero is unfaithful and denounces her. She faints and is believed to be dead but recovers and is proved innocent. Beatrice is won over by Benedick’s heroism and Claudio is reunited with his love.

This is an outdoor performance - please dress warmly and bring rainwear. Blankets are available to hire.

Please bring your own cushions. Chairs with backrests are provided and seating is arranged in semicircles, non-tiered. The action will be on ground level; there is no raised staging.

No lower age limit for children but parents are advised to accompany younger children.

Wet weather policy There is a reduced capacity indoor venue in the event of rain. Refunds or tickets for alternative performances will be offered to any audience members who cannot be accommodated.

Refreshments will be available for purchase on site. Picnics are allowed in University Parks. Bicycles are not permitted in University Parks. Please note that all audience members must leave University Parks by 9.30pm after the evening performances.

Wheelchair Spaces

If you require a wheelchair space for this event, please call 01865 305 305 or email [email protected] for further assistance.

It is an approximate 5 minute walk from entrance to performance area. Ground is level for wheelchair and scooter users.

Please contact [email protected] for further information about accessible seating.