Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs at Williamson Park

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

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Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs

The Dukes, Lancaster
27 July-22 August 2021

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Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs at Williamson Park
Image courtesy of The Dukes Lancaster/ Williamson Park.
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Following a two-year absence, outdoor walkabout theatre will return to Williamson Park this summer. Promising to be a magical open-air extravaganza; the shades and glades of Williamson Park will provide an atmospheric setting for Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs.

The shades and glades of Williamson Park will provide an atmospheric setting for Grimm Tales.

Head into the woods for this fresh and fun adaptation of the Brothers Grimm’s much-loved fairy tales. Keep up with the action and follow the drama through the park as you move from one location to another. Packed with toe-tapping tunes, dazzling costumes and wonderful set design, let the cast of spellbinding storytellers lead you through all the twists and turns of these famous tales.

Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs at Williamson Park
Derek Elroy in a scene from The Dukes production of Grimm Tales in Williamson Park.

We’re thrilled that The Dukes has teamed up with Williamson Park to bring this fantastic park show to audiences for summer 2021. The Dukes has been entertaining generations of families with their summer promenade shows since 1987, attracting a total of more than half a million people. And with 2020’s show unable to go ahead due to the coronavirus pandemic – the team have been pulling out all the stops to deliver an amazing theatrical adventure for everyone to enjoy this year. In line with government restrictions and Covid-safety, there will be a reduced number of tickets on sale to support social distancing measures – early booking is highly recommended.

Head into the woods for this fresh and fun adaptation.

This witty and captivating adaptation by Andrew Pollard will be directed by Sarah Punshon,  who headed up The Dukes’ fabulous outdoor performance of The Three Musketeers in 2018. We think that Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs is sure to sprinkle some magic on summer 2021 in Lancaster.

Where to go near Grimm Tales: Witches, Wolves, Fairies and Frogs at Williamson Park

Lancashire
Restaurant
The Herbarium

This plant-based cafe and bar serves delicious vegan breakfasts and coffees in the day, before transforming into a fantastic dinner venue in ‘Herb after Dark’.

The Grand Theatre in Lancaster
Lancaster
Theatre
The Grand Theatre, Lancaster

First opened in 1782, the theatre is now host to amateur drama, music and dance and professional touring companies. Tours of the historic building are available

Lancashire
Bar or Pub
The Stonewell Tap

The Stonewell Tap is a lively craft beer bar on Church Street, Lancaster, which boasts 16 craft beer taps and 4 real hand-pulled ale pumps.

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Lancaster
Museum
Judges’ Lodgings

The Judges’ Lodgings is the oldest town house in Lancaster, whose exhibitions and events bring the stories of the city to life.

Lancaster
Bar or Pub
Aquila Pizza

You can order online or over the phone to get your pizza fix. With regular deals on multiple pizzas and breads available for delivery and collection across Lancaster and Morecambe mid-week and weekends then keep your eyes on Aquila’s website and social channels.

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The Music Room

The Music Room from Atkinsons Coffee Roasters is a cafe situated on a Grade II listed Georgian pavilion with sun trap outside seating.

Lancaster
Library
Lancaster Library

Sitting in the heart of Lancaster is the Lancaster Library. When not serving its usual function, this beautiful space is occasionally transformed into an unlikely gig venue.

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Lancaster Castle

Lancaster Castle’s origins date back almost 1,000 years. This Grade 1 Listed Building occupies a city-centre hilltop location on the site of three successive Roman forts.

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The Storey Creative Industries Centre

Multi-purpose venue comprising an auditorium and lecture theatre, gallery space, café bar, Visitor Information Centre, hireable meeting rooms and conference/events spaces and private offices.

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Hotel
Castle View

Right in the heart of Lancaster, this contemporary cottage with one bedroom and a double sofa bed, a huge copper bath and a wood burner is situated in a peaceful walled oasis.

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Lancaster Priory

Lancaster Priory Church is a vibrant, open and inclusive church at the heart of Lancaster. Music, education and community are at the heart of their mission.

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