'As You Like It' to be staged at Arundel Castle this August

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A classic Shakespearean comedy is set to be staged in a picturesque setting.

Arundel Castle will host an open-air production of As You Like It, performed by the renowned touring company Illyria.

The show will take place in the Earl’s Garden on Friday, August 21, and Saturday, August 22, as part of the 2026 Arundel Festival of the Arts.

Andrew Lewis, castle manager, said: "We are delighted to be able to welcome audiences back to the Earl’s Garden as part of the Arundel Festival of the Arts 2026.

"International, award-winning Illyria has an enviable reputation for excellence, forged from over three decades of experience as a touring theatre.

(Image: Arudnel Castle)

"Their performances of As You Like It promise to offer visitors a memorable night of sparkling wit, laughter and romance under the stars, all within the truly magical setting of the Castle gardens."

Tickets priced £25 for adults and £18 for children aged eight to 16 are avaliabel at arundelcastle.org.

The performance begins at 7.30pm, with the grounds opening at 6pm for picnics and seating available from 6.45pm.

The show is suitable for ages eight and above and includes a 20-minute interval.

Refreshments will be available on-site.

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