ILLYRIA: THE GONDOLIERS

EVENT TAKES PLACE AT CARDIGAN CASTLE 

A MWLDAN / CARDIGAN CASTLE CO-PROMOTION

Set in picturesque Venice, this light-hearted operetta will whisk you away to a world of blissful romance, barbed satire and comedic chaos. Two charming gondoliers, Marco and Giuseppe, suddenly find themselves elevated to the status of royalty. Each tasked with choosing their Queen from a bevy of beautiful women, hilarity ensues when the rightful Queen arrives demanding to know which of the men is her husband. As the plot thickens and the absurdity reaches its peak, love triumphs, and the gondoliers discover that happiness lies not in noble titles but in the simplicity of true love.The witty lyrics of Gilbert and catchy melodies of Sullivan are expertly brought to life by Illyria, who have been captivating audiences all over the world for more than thirty years. Performed in the great outdoors, ‘The Gondoliers’ promises an enchanting evening of laughter, music, and will leave you with a song in your heart. Featuring impeccable comedic timing and exuberant performances this is one Illyria production not to be missed.

Running time (approx): 140-minutes (including a 20-minute interval). 

Suitable for all ages.

£18 (£16 Concession) (£10 Child)

  • This is an open-air event. We advise customers to wear appropriate footwear and to bring a jacket / warm layer as the evenings can get chilly and the performance will go ahead come rain or shine.
  • Tickets are non-refundable.
  • You are welcome to bring your own low-backed camping chair or rug to sit on. No seating will be provided. 
  • Please do not bring umbrellas as these can restrict the view for others.
  • No smoking or vaping is permitted on site.
  • A bar with hot and cold drinks and snacks will be available on site. Please do not bring any alcohol or glass onto site.

  • The Castle grounds will be open an hour before the performance start time.
  • There is level wheelchair access to the performance area, but no public parking on site.
  • No dogs are allowed on-site except for guide dogs.
  • Mwldan is the sole ticketing outlet for these events. Tickets may be bought on the door, but this is strictly subject to availability. We advise booking in advance to avoid disappointment.
  • For Castle information please call 01239 615131.