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Meet Sir Toby Belch – the man believed to have invented partying; Sir Andrew Aguecheek – dispossessed of any intelligence and naturally silly; Malvolio – a power-hungry puritan who falls from a great moral height when pushed by Sir Toby; and Maria – the housemaid who outwits Malvolio and house-trains Sir Toby.

Then there’s Viola, the shipwrecked girl who cross-dresses as a boy to find work, Olivia, the grieving noblewoman who rejects one suitor only to fall for another in disguise, and Orsino, the lovesick Duke whose heart changes course when truth and identity collide.

“Rollicking pop-Shakespeare with an infectious dose of midsummer madness” (The Age), this is “great theatre” (Australian Arts Review) — “an exceptional cast” (Stage Whispers) in a show so full of fun that “Shakespeare would be proud” (The Plus Ones).

The Australian Shakespeare Company continues its much-heralded tradition of Shakespeare Under the Stars at the Sale Botanic Gardens — a night of laughter, love and lyrical mayhem for audiences of all ages.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Gates open at 6:00 PM for an 7:30 PM start. Seating is general admission — first in, best dressed — and all patrons must enter via the box office to be marked off, even if you have e-tickets.

This is an outdoor show, so bring a picnic blanket or chair, warm clothes for chilly evenings, and maybe some bug spray. BYO food and drinks are welcome, along with friends, family, and well-behaved dogs — just be mindful of smoke, lights, and loud noises.

No photos or videos during the performance, but you’re welcome to capture the fun before or after. Public toilets are a short walk away, with signs on the day to guide you. Directions and a map to The LEAF will be emailed closer to the show, and the box office will also be open if you need tickets on the night.

We can’t wait to see you under the stars for a night of laughter, love, and Shakespearean mayhem!

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