Othello
Croome - National Trust, Worcester, WR8 9DW
Saturday 13th June 2026
Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer for Othello, one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written. See it performed how William Shakespeare first encountered it, as The Lord Chamberlain’s Men – with a history stretching back to Shakespeare’s original company – present this play in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
Othello, the Moor of Venice, a respected General in the Venetian army, promotes the young Cassio to be his Lieutenant over Iago, a soldier in his service. In doing so he unwittingly sparks Iago’s deep-seated hatred into terrifying life and sets in motion a horrendous spiral of vengeance and destruction that sweeps away everyone before it. As Iago weaves his web and seeks his revenge, he poisons Othello against Desdemona, who he has recently and secretly married, and turns the world upside down until Othello becomes unmoored from reality with devastating consequences.
A powerful story of deception, jealousy and a man that loved not wisely but too well – this stunning and heartbreakingly poignant play is one you won’t want to miss. Bring a chair and a picnic and prepare to be rapt and transported. Book early to avoid missing out!
Gates open: One hour before the performance.
Tickets: e-tickets are preferred (to be shown on smart phones or tablets) but not essential, printed out e-tickets are also accepted. Please consider taking a screenshot of your ticket before arrival in case of poor reception at the venue.
Carers Tickets: We are committed to making our performances as accessible as possible. To reflect this, disabled audience members/those with access needs can obtain one free carer’s ticket when they purchase a full price ticket for themselves to our performances. If you require a carer to attend with you, please book your own ticket first, 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.
For information about which proof of carer’s status we can accept or for more information about access tickets please click HERE.
What to bring: Patrons are required to bring a chair/blanket/something to sit on. Seating is NOT provided. Picnics, sun hats, sun cream, sunglasses, raincoats and rain hats should all be considered!
Getting Here: If using GPS, the postcode is WR8 9DW. Croome can also be directly accessed via the Worcestershire on Demand Bus Service.
Parking: There is a large car park at this venue. Accessible car parking spaces available. No additional charge for parking.
Accessibility: This venue is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. The car park is approximately 20 minutes walk from the performance area along a wheelchair accessible path. The walk is flat but please be advised that it is some distance. A shuttle service will also be available, running between the visitor welcome centre and the house.
For more precise information about the location please see the below What3word location pins
Car park - https://what3words.com/globe.imprinted.shielding
Performance area - https://what3words.com/grows.moved.enthused
Food and Drink: Audience members are welcome to bring food and drink to be consumed at any time during the performance. Please check the venue's website for more details of on site catering and facilities by clicking HERE.
Dogs: Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to our performances.
Weather and Cancellations: Our performances continue in all but the very worst weather! Please visit our WEATHER PAGE for more details.
FAQ: For an extensive list of answers to frequently asked questions, click HERE
Any enquiries please call 0208 852 5761 or, for a swifter response, email [email protected].
“I know my price, I am worth no worse a place.”
Othello, the Moor of Venice, a respected General in the Venetian army, promotes the young Cassio to be his Lieutenant over Iago, a soldier in his service. In doing so he unwittingly sparks Iago’s deep-seated hatred into terrifying life and sets in motion a horrendous spiral of vengeance and destruction that sweeps away everyone before it. As Iago weaves his web and seeks his revenge, he poisons Othello against Desdemona, who he has recently and secretly married, and turns the world upside down until Othello becomes unmoored from reality with devastating consequences.
“Put out the light, and then put out the light.”
A powerful story of deception, jealousy and a man that loved not wisely but too well – this stunning and heartbreakingly poignant play is one you won’t want to miss. Bring a chair and a picnic and prepare to be rapt and transported. Book early to avoid missing out!
“The best authentic Shakespearean experience” Yorkshire Post
Gates open: One hour before the performance.
Tickets: e-tickets are preferred (to be shown on smart phones or tablets) but not essential, printed out e-tickets are also accepted. Please consider taking a screenshot of your ticket before arrival in case of poor reception at the venue.
Carers Tickets: We are committed to making our performances as accessible as possible. To reflect this, disabled audience members/those with access needs can obtain one free carer’s ticket when they purchase a full price ticket for themselves to our performances. If you require a carer to attend with you, please book your own ticket first, 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.
For information about which proof of carer’s status we can accept or for more information about access tickets please click HERE.
What to bring: Patrons are required to bring a chair/blanket/something to sit on. Seating is NOT provided. Picnics, sun hats, sun cream, sunglasses, raincoats and rain hats should all be considered!
Getting Here: If using GPS, the postcode is WR8 9DW. Croome can also be directly accessed via the Worcestershire on Demand Bus Service.
Parking: There is a large car park at this venue. Accessible car parking spaces available. No additional charge for parking.
Accessibility: This venue is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. The car park is approximately 20 minutes walk from the performance area along a wheelchair accessible path. The walk is flat but please be advised that it is some distance. A shuttle service will also be available, running between the visitor welcome centre and the house.
For more precise information about the location please see the below What3word location pins
Car park - https://what3words.com/globe.imprinted.shielding
Performance area - https://what3words.com/grows.moved.enthused
Food and Drink: Audience members are welcome to bring food and drink to be consumed at any time during the performance. Please check the venue's website for more details of on site catering and facilities by clicking HERE.
Dogs: Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to our performances.
Weather and Cancellations: Our performances continue in all but the very worst weather! Please visit our WEATHER PAGE for more details.
FAQ: For an extensive list of answers to frequently asked questions, click HERE
Any enquiries please call 0208 852 5761 or, for a swifter response, email [email protected].
