Name: Social Play Reading - Callisto: A Queer Epic
Start: 2026-06-09T18:30:00+01:00
Location: Rondo Theatre, BA1 6RT Bath, United Kingdom

Social Play Reading - Callisto: A Queer Epic

“Do we have time?” “We got all the time we ever needed.”
Join the Rondo Theatre Company this June as we read Hal Coase’s ‘Callisto: A Queer Epic’ - a transtemporal tale of human connection that explores extraordinary love and the ties that bind us.
From a secret wedding in 1680, to explorations of grief and liberty in the 20th century and a search for bliss in 2223, Callisto’s poignant stories take inspiration from real life events as well as a look into what the future might hold. Whether you’re bold and unapologetic like Arabella, shy and sweet like Alan or wide eyed in wonder like CAL - these love stories are sure to make you smile.
First staged in 2016 with a cast that featured Emma D’Arcy, the show was developed by Arcola Theatre for an off West End run shortly after. The play has been staged since by University and community groups nationwide.
We’re excited to be presenting June’s social play reading in collaboration with Queer Bath as the play blends perfectly the thoughtful and playful sides of queer love, the ideal celebratory reading for pride!
Tuesday 9th June 2026
Rondo Theatre, BA1 6RT
6:30 for a 7pm start
FREE TO ATTEND
All are welcome at our play readings where we read the play in full, script in hand, having turns with each character and breaking for tea, chats and snacks.
We'll be convening at the Rondo Theatre at 6:30pm, kicking off the reading shortly after. If you think you might be late - come anyway! These events are very relaxed and we'd love for you to join us.
There's no pressure to read if you don't want to but everyone will get the chance to regardless of age/ gender/ etc.
Let us know if you're coming by emailing us at:
[email protected]
or clicking 'Going' on this event page.
If you have any access needs/ accommodations, don't hesitate to let us know and we'll do our best to support you. There is step free access to the Rondo and limited parking on nearby streets.