Swap your usual night out for something a little more dramatic.

We’re offering you an outdoor theatre ticket to Bard in the Botanics, saving you 43% off Bard in the Botanics’ prices.

What’s Included

• One ticket to an outdoor theatre performance
• Choice of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night or Jane Austen’s Emma
• Entry to the Bard in the Botanics festival in Glasgow Botanic Gardens

What to Expect

Set in the open-air surroundings of Glasgow Botanic Gardens, this theatre experience combines classic storytelling with a relaxed outdoor setting. Performances take place in the evening, creating a simple but effective atmosphere as the light fades and the show unfolds.

You can bring your own seating or hire a stool onsite, making it a flexible and informal way to enjoy live theatre.

Show Options

• 🎭 Twelfth Night: 1st–4th July & 8th–11th July – Shakespeare’s lively comedy of mistaken identity, romance, and disguise, brought to life with humour, music, and energetic performances in an open-air setting.
• 🩷 Emma: 22nd–25th July & 29th July–1st August – Jane Austen’s classic tale of matchmaking and misjudgement, adapted for the stage with wit, charm, and sharp social observation.

Venue Details

• Location: Glasgow Botanic Gardens, 730 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G12 0UE
• Seating: Bring your own chair/blanket or hire stools onsite
• Facilities: Toilets available; food and drink may be available or bring your own
• Time: All performances begin at 7:30pm, making it an ideal evening experience as the gardens transition into dusk.
• Accessibility: Suitable for most mobility needs

Perfect For

• Outdoor summer activities
• Theatre lovers
• Casual evening plans
• Dates or small group outings
• Something different from traditional theatre venues

About the Experience

Bard in the Botanics is a long-running outdoor theatre festival that has staged over 100 productions to audiences exceeding 150,000. Known for presenting classic works in accessible settings, it forms part of Glasgow’s summer cultural calendar.

FAQs

• What happens if it rains?
  Performances usually go ahead in most weather, so dress accordingly.
• Do I need to bring seating?
  You can bring your own or hire a stool onsite.
• Is it suitable for children?
  Yes, though some productions may suit older children.

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