What better place to spend a summer's evening than watching theatre in the great outdoors?
This year the Gloucester-based Rain or Shine Theatre Company will be performing one of the greatest comedies of all time, Oscar Wilde's classic comedy of manners, morals and morality
The Importance of Being Earnest! When two Victorian gentlemen assume the name of 'Ernest' to win the affections of two ladies, both determined to marry a man of that name, the scene is set for hilarious confusion in a world of handbags, perambulators, cucumber sandwiches, muffins, butlers, the English upper class, and of course, that theatrical 'tour de force' - Lady Bracknell.
Directed by James Reynard, the professional troupe's 64-date tour encompasses outdoor venues across the UK, from the Channel Island of Alderney to Northumberland, Wales and Norfolk, visiting some of the country's most picturesque castles, stately homes and gardens.
Audiences are invited to bring their own low-backed seating or rugs, and a picnic to maximise their enjoyment of the al fresco performances. True to its name, the company is hoping for a long, hot summer, but will perform whatever the weather, so come prepared - just in case!