The Stage in the Park has announced the initial programme for the open-air performances in Watford’s Cassiobury Park this July. The programme mixes musical theatre, comedy, live music, and in conversation events to ensure there is something for all the family.
Featuring shows from London’s West End, such as Adam Kay’s This is Going To Hurt Live, Olivier Award Winning Showstoppers the improvised musical and West End in the Park, a night of musicals with stars from across the best shows in town. Straight out of your TV and onto the stage see Basil Brush, Sooty, Magical Bones from Britain’s Got Talent, CBeebies’ Katy Ashworth and a one-person homage to Friends!
Local focus comes in the form of Watford Palace Theatre’s new Young Company, supported by the Garfield Weston Foundation; The Staves; Electric Umbrella and Bring the Laughter, a mixed bill of British Asian comedy hosted by Tommy Sandhu, in collaboration with locally based theatre company Rifco Arts.
In response to the recent government announcement and to improve health and safety measures, organisers have opted to move the venue from the bandstand to an equally picturesque spot by the much-loved Cedar tree. The site boasts a large stage facing Cassiobury’s famous tree and a range of seating options to make sure all visitors feel comfortable. The venue will have a relaxed and inclusive vibe, and audiences can book a socially distanced spot in the venue and chose to bring their own seats, blankets and cushions or hire a bubble of seats provided by the venue. A range of local food and drink vendors, with a fully licensed bar, complete the whole experience to make it a pleasure from start to finish. Please see the website for full information on all COVID safety precautions and safeguarding details.
The Stage in the Park is a brand-new open-air venue with a socially distanced capacity of 500 people in the heart of award winning Cassiobury Park. Co-producing with Watford Palace Theatre and Watford Borough Council are West End theatre makers and Watford residents Harlequin Theatricals.
Daniel Clarkson of Harlequin Theatricals and Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre Brigid Larmour in a joint statement say “We’re so excited to be able to share the first fantastic acts in our ‘Stage In the Park’ line up! From music, to comedy, to family favourites and spectacular theatre, we’re bringing you great household names as well as impressive homegrown talent. So whether you’re looking for an entertaining treat for the kids, beers and belly laughs or just some food for the soul, there really is something for everyone! We can’t wait to safely welcome you all to join us for a magical, memorable summer at Stage In the Park. Watch this space for further surprises and announcements to the programme!”
Full details can be found here
