There was a time when ‘taking in dinner and a show’ meant being wined, dined and entertained in the relative warmth and comfort of a favourite restaurant and a great theatre.
In recent years, however, it’s not just dining al fresco that’s taken off, outdoor theatre and concerts under the stars are attracting thousands every year.
Herefordshire is richly blessed for beautiful outdoor venues and there’s nothing better than packing up your picnic and setting off with your lanterns, chairs and hampers to enjoy a marvellous evening’s entertainment in the open air.
We’ve rounded up some of the main productions taking place this summer, which you can read about over the next few pages. But no matter where it takes place, there’s always one outdoor uncertainty – the weather.
Even if you’re prepared to brace some adverse elements, how do you know the performers are equally willing?
Anne Glover took a look and found that, whatever the weather, the show really does go on . . .
Established actor Christopher Good is planning to open the gardens of his beautifully renovated Herefordshire home, near Kington, to raise money for a theatrical charity.
He gave Anne Glover a sneak preview. . .
Photos: Ray Lloyd.
