16 August 2010
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The sun is out and the evenings are long and warm - perfect for a twisted fairy tale set amongst the trees of Regent's Park!
Into the Woods takes the stories of the Brothers Grimm and gives them a dark and humorous twist. The popular tales of Red Riding Hood, Jack (of Beanstalk fame), Cinderella and Rapunzel are interwoven with that of the Baker and his Wife and their quest to have a child. However this re-telling goes beyond ‘happily ever after’ as the familiar characters find themselves in unfamiliar circumstances and hopes and dreams are questioned and revisited.
This is a great production held together with classic Stephen Sondheim tunes. Quality performances from an enthusiastic cast keep this musical play romping along long into the night. The giant, voiced by Dame Judi Dench, has to be seen to be believed!
This has been our first visit to the Regent's Park open air Theatre, it's atmospheric, enchanting and has a great bar too! Big thank you to Mark and Milly for a great eve out!
Building the amazing Stage for Into the woods
The Theatre bar under the seats
10 out of 10
