Join Nonsense Theatre for a Nonsensical Medieval Romp of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night!

Twins Viola and Sebastian are separated in a shipwreck. They find themselves on the island of Illyria, a place where epic romances meets utter nonsense, where nobles speak in poetry, peasants break into song, and no one is ever entirely sober or entirely sane. 

Nonsense Theatre brings the true wit and absurdity of Shakespeare's beloved play with a medieval twist. If you have ever wanted to witness the love-child of Robin Hood Men in Tights, Monty Python and the Holly Grail, Princess Bride, Pirates of the Caribbean, and a Knight's Tale, then look no further. 

Fun for all the family!

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Runtime: 20 hours 20 minutes (including interval)

Please note there is no assigned seating for this event. 

Find our ticket refund policy here

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an outdoor performance?

This is an outdoor production at The Actors' Church in Covent Garden.

How do I access the Actors' Church?

There are usually five entrances to the Actors' Church - only one will be open for this performance. This entrance can be found on Bedford Street, on the opposite side from the Piazza. It is a short walk from Covent Garden, Charing Cross or Leicester Square station.

What time do you open?

Access to the church grounds will be from 45 minutes before the start of the performance.

Please be aware that as part of our security procedures, bag checks are utilised at this performance and any alcohol not purchased on site could be confiscated.

Can I book a ticket on the door?

Yes, in most cases you will be able to book a ticket on the door, however we do sell out some of our summer shows, so booking in advance is advised. Please note, we only accept card payments.

How do I book a specific seat?

This performance has unreserved seating, and is on a first come, first served basis.

Do you sell refreshments?

We will be operating a bar open from 45 minutes before the performance starts and during the interval. You will be able to purchase cold drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), including Prosecco, Pimm's and other favourites.

Children's snacks and drinks are also available at the bar.

Are there toilets?

Yes, there are gender neutral bathrooms located on the first floor of the church. There is also an access toilet located within the foyer of the church. Access to the church is step free.

What happens if I have accessibility requirements?

Unfortunately, due to the grade one listed nature of the building, this production is not wheelchair accessible as this is performed on the lawn and therefore two small steps are required to get up onto the lawn.

If you have other accessibility requirements, please do contact our Box Office on 020 7836 5221 to make your booking at let us know your accessibility requirements so we can best assist you.

What happens if it rains?

The Great British summertime is famous for its unpredictable weather! In 99% of chances, the performance will continue come rain or shine. In cases of heavy rain, it may be necessary to halt the performance for a short period. In the unlikely circumstance of extreme weather (including extreme heat), the performance may be postponed until a further date. For more information on this, please read our Weather Policy.

Do please dress for the weather accordingly! If possible, try to avoid bringing umbrellas as they can block sight-lines for other audience members. Raincoats and ponchos are just as fetching - we can provide free ponchos for audience members without any suitable cover!

How do I contact you about my ticket?

For all ticketing enquiries, please contact our Box Office on 020 7836 5221, or by email at concerts@actorschurch.org.

I'm running late, what do I do?

We completely understand that getting around London can be difficult sometimes! Although the performance will start promptly, we do allow access to latecomers during the first 15 minutes of the performance. If you are running late for whatever reason, please ring us on 020 7836 5221, and we will do our best to help you.