The Barden Party is Shakespeare like you’ve never seen it before (their name comes from The Bard + Garden Party), and they have quickly established themselves as a must-see event, with bookings in private gardens and public venues right across New Zealand from November through April. Unlike any other Shakespeare performance you may have seen in the past, The Barden Party offers a truly authentic v
intage theatre experience with a modern twist- operating as a traveling troupe just as was done hundreds of years ago. They carry all of their props, set and instruments with them, and are able to adapt their heartfelt performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream to suit a wide variety of spaces, giving them the freedom to transform private backyards, gardens, and public venues into a joyful world of lords and ladies and fairy magic, with mischief and laughter aplenty. Directed by Laura Irish and musical direction by Jake Byrom Robinson, this family-friendly jukebox musical extravaganza makes Shakespeare’s language accessible for audiences of ALL ages and experience levels. With lively musical outbursts featuring music by artists such as Billie Eilish, George Michael, Hall & Oates (and more!) and laugh-out-loud moments by professional actors and improvisers woven throughout the story, this lighthearted comedy is the perfect chance for the uninitiated to dip their toes into the world of Shakespeare's stories and language. July 5 - August 1 2022. The troupe has been completely booked out for private functions every weekend throughout New Zealand this summer and they are only in the USA for one month, so this is a special opportunity to witness this unforgettable performance. You can support our tour here! https://www.gofundme.com/f/Thebardenparty
The Barden Party was created as a result of constant cancellations in the performing arts industry for these talented actors over the past two years due to COVID-19. Finally, in November 2021, actor and director, Laura Irish, got fed up and decided to take theatre back to its roots through a style of touring that was harder to cancel. Taking theater directly to the people. The troupe has primarily performed in private back gardens for groups of family, friends and neighborhoods across the country. Being outdoors and with people that know each other and by following the NZ government mandates for vaccinated events was a safer way to continue presenting performing arts during these difficult times and connecting to audiences. Book this talented troupe in your American backyard, and they can perform for your family and friends in an intimate setting or book them for your venue, company or university. But book quickly as they are in each location for a very limited time. Current locations on our schedule and surrounding areas:
Honolulu, HI
Chicago, IL
St. Louis, MO
New York, NY
Los Angeles, CA
If you're outside of these areas, get in touch anyway and we can see what we can make happen!
*a 50% deposit upon booking will be requested. Price and payment info is given on request. For bookings in NZ or the USA, get in touch through messenger or by emailing [email protected] and we'll answer your questions and send you the booking form!
