Swallows and Amazons at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

Gemma Gibb, Associate Editor

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Swallows and Amazons

Storyhouse, Chester Grosvenor Park, Chester
1 June-26 August 2018

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Swallows and Amazons at Storyhouse
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Chester’s Storyhouse may be just one year old but with Swallows and Amazons following critically acclaimed productions of Alice in Wonderland and the world stage premiere of The Secret Seven in 2017, it is fast becoming one of the look-to venues for families in the North.

This summer we can look forward to a brand new revival of Arthur Ransome’s classic tale of outdoor adventures, friendship, rivalry …. and, of course, a little bit of piracy.  The premiere of a major new adaptation by the Tony Award-nominated Bryony Lavery (Treasure Island for National Theatre, Frozen for National Theatre and Broadway) and with acclaimed Director Katie Posner at the creative healm, we are guaranteed to set sail to Wild Cat Island in the highest quality of boats.

Performed by Storyhouse’s talented rep company (the largest in the North of England) , we love that we can expect to be swept up in this summer idyll both in Storyhouse‘s magnificently developed art deco building itself (make time to adventure around the library while you are there) from May onwards and then in the stunning outdoor setting of the Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre.

We are in high hopes of Storyhouse continuing to bring to life these adaptations of children’s classics in a relevant way for modern family audiences … and of the stage versions whether seen indoor or outdoor, inspiring some outdoor imaginative wild time this summer for families across the North.

 

 

Where to go near Swallows and Amazons at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

Chester
Gallery
Chester Visual Arts

Chester Visual Arts has brought pop-up exhibitions to Chester’s most iconic buildings, including The Old Library and Chester Cathedral.

Chester
Chester
Tourist Attraction
Chester Visitor Information Centre

This is the meeting point for Tours Around Chester who offer a variety of tours ranging from food walking, running and themed running (including beer or gin).

The Cheese Shop, Chester
Chester
Shop
The Cheese Shop

The Cheese Shop has been a source of speciality cheeses in Chester for 25 years and has over 200 different cow, goat and ewe cheeses available -including pasteurised, unpasteurised and vegetarian varieties.

Covino Restaurant, Chester
Chester
Restaurant
Covino

Covino is a small owner-run wine bar & restaurant in the heart of Chester. They serve an ever-changing menu of seasonally inspired small plates, guided by the quality and provenance of ingredients, with a real focus on simplicity and flavour.

Chester Indoor Market
Chester
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Chester Indoor Market

Recipient of the Best Small Indoor Market at The Great British Market Awards 2020, Chester Market offers foods from around the world.

Chester
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Alexander’s Live

Established in 1991, Alexander’s puts on an amazing range of live music including jazz, blues, soul, roots and rock, comedy & drama. Alexander’s is famous for the alternative comedy nights every Saturday.

Hypha restaurant, Chester
Chester
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Hypha

Hypha was Chester’s first plant-based restaurant and has gone on to earn high praise with eco-conscious foodies across the North.

Chester Cathedral
Chester
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Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral is a living community of prayer and worship, and a centre of excellence in Church Music with a rich and fascinating heritage.

The Antiques Shop, Chester
Chester
Shop
The Antiques Shop

The Antiques Shop is housed within the Rows of Chester and has been owned and run by the same antiques dealer for nearly 30 years, selling British antiques and vintage items.

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