Romeo & Juliet - Spetchley Park and Gardens
Spetchley Park Gardens, Worcester, WR5 1RS
Saturday 5th September 2026
Two hearts. One fate. A timeless love reborn.
The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed by Joseph Pitcher. Pitcher’s acclaimed credits include Gypsy (UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production) and My Fair Lady at The Mill at Sonning, and Macbeth at the Salomons Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. Returning to the company following Macbeth (2025), this vibrant production also features original music by composer Rob Millett (Rambert Dance Company and The Royal Opera House, The National Theatre and Shakespeare’s Globe).
Audience Advisory:
This performance of Romeo and Juliet contains themes and depictions of war, death, suicide and violence, which may be distressing for some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised, and it is recommended for ticket holders aged seven and above.
Running time:
2 hours, including a 15 minute interval.
Gates open:
45 minutes before the performance.
Tickets:
E-tickets are preferred (to be shown on smart phones or tablets).
Paper tickets are also accepted. If e-tickets or paper tickets are a problem for you, we can find your name on the system.
Carers Tickets:
All carers go free at our events. If you are an audience member who requires a carer to attend with you, please first of all book your own ticket, then email [email protected] with name, email address and booking number along with proof of the carer’s status and we will email you a complimentary carer’s ticket.
We accept the following as proof of carers status:
- Attendance Allowance Letter (AA)
- Carers’ Allowance Letter of Award
- Disability Living Allowance Letter (DLA)
- Personal Independence Payments (PIP)
- Armed Forces Independence Payments (AFIP)
- Valid Blue Badge
*Note, this applies to venues where The Duke’s Theatre Company Ltd are running the ticketing through the Ticketsource platform.
For venues running their own ticketing, please see the venue’s own exchange/cancellation policy.
Seating:
Seating is not provided. Please bring fold up garden chairs, camping chairs or blankets. People on blankets will be advised to sit in the first 5 metres in front of the stage. The production is supported by a PA system, with each actor individually amplified.
Getting Here:
From the South: Leave the M5 at Junction 7
Take the A44 (To Evesham / Worcester South)
Continue to follow signs for the A44 by going straight over the first roundabout, right at the second roundabout and right at the third roundabout (signposted Evesham).
Shortly after crossing over the M5, you will pass under a white footbridge and the entrance to the Gardens is on the right.
From the North: Leave the M5 at Junction 6
Take the A4538, Pershore Road. Straight over the first roundabout, at the second roundabout turn right onto the A44 (Worcester).
Half a mile after crossing over the railway, turn left into the Gardens.
From the East: Follow the A44 from Stratford-Upon-Avon to Worcester. Go straight over the roundabout with the A4538 Perhshore Road and after half mile turn left into Spetchley.
From the West: Take the A44 out of Worcester towards Stratford-Upon-Avon. Shortly after crossing over the M5, you will pass under a white footbridge and the entrance to the Gardens is on the right.
Parking:
Parking is free at the Main Car park.
Accessibility:
Disabled visitors are most welcome to visit Spetchley, there is wheelchair access, as the Gardens are flat and the paths are either gravel or grass.
To enable everyone to be able to enjoy there visit there are 2 mobility scooters available to hire, by prior arrangement, for £10.00 per scooter for the evening. They can be hired by telephoning the Gardens 01905 345 213 and will be ready for your arrival.
Blue badge parking is provided in the main car park and toilet facilities are available by the Granary Coffee Shop.
Dogs:
Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to our performances. We appreciate that most dogs are well behaved, but it only takes one pinched meat pie or canine stage invasion, and chaos ensues! It has to be one rule for all.
Toilets:
There are accessible Toilets in the visitor centre which include baby changing facilities.
Food and Drink:
This year we have a bar available and you are most welcome to bring picnics .
Weather and Cancellations:
For detailed weather and exchange policy, please click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/weather-and-exchanges
FAQs:
For an extensive list of answers to frequently asked questions, click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/faq
The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed by Joseph Pitcher. Pitcher’s acclaimed credits include Gypsy (UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production) and My Fair Lady at The Mill at Sonning, and Macbeth at the Salomons Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. Returning to the company following Macbeth (2025), this vibrant production also features original music by composer Rob Millett (Rambert Dance Company and The Royal Opera House, The National Theatre and Shakespeare’s Globe).
Audience Advisory:
This performance of Romeo and Juliet contains themes and depictions of war, death, suicide and violence, which may be distressing for some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised, and it is recommended for ticket holders aged seven and above.
Running time:
2 hours, including a 15 minute interval.
Gates open:
45 minutes before the performance.
Tickets:
E-tickets are preferred (to be shown on smart phones or tablets).
Paper tickets are also accepted. If e-tickets or paper tickets are a problem for you, we can find your name on the system.
Carers Tickets:
All carers go free at our events. If you are an audience member who requires a carer to attend with you, please first of all book your own ticket, then email [email protected] with name, email address and booking number along with proof of the carer’s status and we will email you a complimentary carer’s ticket.
We accept the following as proof of carers status:
- Attendance Allowance Letter (AA)
- Carers’ Allowance Letter of Award
- Disability Living Allowance Letter (DLA)
- Personal Independence Payments (PIP)
- Armed Forces Independence Payments (AFIP)
- Valid Blue Badge
*Note, this applies to venues where The Duke’s Theatre Company Ltd are running the ticketing through the Ticketsource platform.
For venues running their own ticketing, please see the venue’s own exchange/cancellation policy.
Seating:
Seating is not provided. Please bring fold up garden chairs, camping chairs or blankets. People on blankets will be advised to sit in the first 5 metres in front of the stage. The production is supported by a PA system, with each actor individually amplified.
Getting Here:
From the South: Leave the M5 at Junction 7
Take the A44 (To Evesham / Worcester South)
Continue to follow signs for the A44 by going straight over the first roundabout, right at the second roundabout and right at the third roundabout (signposted Evesham).
Shortly after crossing over the M5, you will pass under a white footbridge and the entrance to the Gardens is on the right.
From the North: Leave the M5 at Junction 6
Take the A4538, Pershore Road. Straight over the first roundabout, at the second roundabout turn right onto the A44 (Worcester).
Half a mile after crossing over the railway, turn left into the Gardens.
From the East: Follow the A44 from Stratford-Upon-Avon to Worcester. Go straight over the roundabout with the A4538 Perhshore Road and after half mile turn left into Spetchley.
From the West: Take the A44 out of Worcester towards Stratford-Upon-Avon. Shortly after crossing over the M5, you will pass under a white footbridge and the entrance to the Gardens is on the right.
Parking:
Parking is free at the Main Car park.
Accessibility:
Disabled visitors are most welcome to visit Spetchley, there is wheelchair access, as the Gardens are flat and the paths are either gravel or grass.
To enable everyone to be able to enjoy there visit there are 2 mobility scooters available to hire, by prior arrangement, for £10.00 per scooter for the evening. They can be hired by telephoning the Gardens 01905 345 213 and will be ready for your arrival.
Blue badge parking is provided in the main car park and toilet facilities are available by the Granary Coffee Shop.
Dogs:
Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to our performances. We appreciate that most dogs are well behaved, but it only takes one pinched meat pie or canine stage invasion, and chaos ensues! It has to be one rule for all.
Toilets:
There are accessible Toilets in the visitor centre which include baby changing facilities.
Food and Drink:
This year we have a bar available and you are most welcome to bring picnics .
Weather and Cancellations:
For detailed weather and exchange policy, please click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/weather-and-exchanges
FAQs:
For an extensive list of answers to frequently asked questions, click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/faq
