What a Carry on!
Following the success of last summer’s “She Stoops to Conquer”, Rain or Shine Theatre Company are delighted to continue our celebration of Restoration Comedies for our summer 2022 season by presenting “The Recruiting Officer”, a bawdy Restoration comedy by Irish playwright George Farquhar.
One of the most popular plays of its time (more performed than Shakespeare or Farquhar’s contemporaries) this is a delightful romp through 18th Century Shrewsbury.
“Had I but a commission in my pocket, I fancy my breeches would suit me as well as any ranting fellow of ’um all; for I think a bold step, a rakish toss, a smart remark, and an impudent air to be the principal ingredients in the composition of a captain.”
The story follows the mischief of crooked army recruiting officers, Captain Plume and Sergeant Kite, as they head to the county town of Shrewsbury to persuade men to take the Queen’s Shilling by any means, legal or otherwise! Plume has set his cap at the richest heiress in town, the vivacious Sylvia, and their bumpy path to true love is mirrored by their closest friends, nervy, melancholy Worthy, and haughty, comically self-important Melinda. Help and hindrance come in equal measure from Captain Brazen, the foppiest of Fops. Be prepared for saucy shenanigans in a hilarious romp awash with deceit, passion, swordfights, and surprises galore!
Sign up! Join the dashing Captain Plume and the devious Sergeant Kite on a rollercoaster ride in period costume for all the family. summer 2021 audience comments
“Amazing and thoroughly entertaining from start to finish! Thank you!” “As warm, witty, and inventive as ever. A robust and energetic performance” “Another fantastic evening’s entertainment from the super talented cast of She Stoops to Conquer. You guys always deliver such a faultless performance, full of energy, wit, and ad-libbing. We missed you and look forward to seeing you all again soon. Massive well done”
“This is the third time we have seen your excellent actors perform outside and have enjoyed all three productions very much. Professional, fast-paced, slick, and very funny – especially the asides to the audience! How you sustain that level of energy night after night is truly impressive.”
“English classical theatre at its best. The cheers and applause at the end were a tribute to the quality and committed ensemble playing in the classical style.”
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Nationally acclaimed open air theatre company set to visit Bolton Castle this summer
Professional theatre company Rain or Shine, hailed by ‘The Stage’ as “one of the best companies touring open air theatre” are set to delight family audiences once again this summer. Following the success of last year’s “She Stoops to Conquer”, Rain or Shine Theatre Company are delighted to continue our celebration of Restoration Comedies by presenting “The Recruiting Officer”, a rakish Restoration comedy by Irish playwright George Farquhar.
One of the most popular plays of its time (more often performed than Shakespeare or Farquhar’s contemporaries) this is a delightful romp through 18th Century Shrewsbury.
Our story follows the mischief of crooked army recruiting officers, Captain Plume and Sergeant Kite, as they head to the county town of Shrewsbury to persuade men to take the Queen’s Shilling by any means, legal or otherwise!
Plume has set his cap at the vivacious Sylvia, and their bumpy path to true love is mirrored by their closest friends, nervy, melancholy Worthy, and haughty, comically self-important, heiress, Melinda. Help and hindrance come in equal measure from Captain Brazen, the foppiest of fops.
Be prepared for saucy shenanigans in a hilarious romp awash with deceit, passion, swordfights, and surprises galore!
Sign up! Pack your bubbly, chairs and picnics and join the dashing Captain Plume and the devious Sergeant Kite on a roller coaster ride in period costume for all the family.
Suitable for audiences from age 6 to 106, Rain or Shine aim to bring classical theatre into the heart of local communities as they travel across the country from June until September.
The company’s UK tour includes a performance at Bolton Castle on Wednesday 20th July at 7.30pm. Tickets are available on the door or in advance online via rainorshine.co.uk or by ringing Rainorshine’s hotline 0330 660 0541.
Audiences are requested to bring along low-backed seating or rugs, and a picnic to maximise their enjoyment of the al fresco performances. Full details of the full UK tour and venues can be found on the Rain or Shine website and tickets can be purchased from www.rainorshine.uk, or by ringing 0330 660 0541.
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