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As You Like It

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

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Escape to the Forest of Arden in Shakespeare’s timeless comedy of love, transformation and newfound freedom. 

As courtly order gives way to pastoral possibility, disguises are assumed, identities shift and the boundaries between gender, nature and politics begin to blur. 

Both playful and searching, As You Like It delights in the confusions of romance while reflecting on the deeper pleasures of self-discovery, companionship and life lived beyond convention. In this world of music, wit and unexpected encounters, bewilderment becomes a source of joy and renewal. 

This summer production invites audiences to rediscover one of Shakespeare’s most generous and life-affirming plays.  

The production features haze and moments of loud music. It includes a staged wrestling match which depicts violence. There is also a verbal reference to a rave, though no drug or alcohol use is shown.

Friday 22 May, 7pm (Preview)
Saturday 23 May, 7pm  
Tuesday 26 May, 2pm  
Tuesday 26 May, 7pm  
Wednesday 27 May, 7pm  
Thursday 28 May, 2pm  
Thursday 28 May, 7pm

Director: Owen Horsley 
Designer: Peter Butler  
Sound: Alissa Crew* 
Lighting: Catja Hamilton   

*Students on the BA Production Arts programme  

Promoted by Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Silk Street Theatre

Location
The Silk Street Theatre, Music Hall and Lecture Recital Room are located in the main Guildhall School building on Silk Street and for Barbican produced events the venue can also be accessed from the Barbican if you exit via the doors next to Barbican Kitchen on Level G. 

Address
Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Silk Street
Barbican
London
EC2Y 8DT

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.