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In As You Like It, witty words and romance play out against the disputes of divided pairs of brothers.We first meet Orlando and his older brother, Oliver, who schemes to have Orlando die in a wrestling match. Meanwhile, Duke Frederick has forced his older brother, Duke Senior, into exile in the Forest of Arden. Duke Senior’s daughter, Rosalind, and Duke Frederick’s daughter, Celia, meet the victorious Orlando at the wrestling match; Orlando and Rosalind fall in love. Banished by her uncle, Rosalind assumes a male identity and leaves with Celia and their fool, Touchstone. Orlando flees Oliver’s murderous plots. In the Forest of Arden, Rosalind, in her male disguise, forms a teasing friendship with Orlando. Oliver, searching for Orlando, reforms after Orlando saves his life. Rosalind reveals her identity, triggering several weddings, including her own with Orlando and Celia’s with Oliver. Duke Frederick restores the dukedom to Duke Senior, who leaves the forest with his followers.
In our version we are taking inspiration from ‘69 Woodstock embracing the music and vibes of peace and love for everyone. With this in mind we have taken all gender out of the play and are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and the idea that love knows no bounds.
Directed by James Lees, supported by Jodie Cowell.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Old Rep, Station Street,Birmingham, United Kingdom
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