Shakespeare spends Summer in Spinningifields

Spinningfields a popular spot in Manchester – especially in the Summer is set to offer al fresco entertainment on The Lawns, with its first ever open air Shakespeare performances in conjunction with GB Theatre Company.

Two of Shakespeare’s classic plays, tragedy Macbeth and A Comedy of Errors will be performed. The cast for both performances includes sister of Kenneth Branagh, Joyce Branagh as Lady Macbeth, alongside Mia Keadell, Aonghus Weber and Jenny Johns, among others.

Macbeth runs from 19 – 20 July and A Comedy of Errors on 18 July with a matinee performance on 19th July. Performances start at 7.30pm in the evening and 2.30pm for the matinee.

Founded in 2010, GB Theatre Company produces open air theatre. This is the first time the company will have included Manchester within its tour, with The Lawns at Spinningfields providing space for up to 400 theatre goers.

Performed in traditional costume with little or no set, the plays will be performed in celebration of the 450th anniversary of Shakespeare’s birth.