The Comedy of Errors
One of Shakespeare’s earliest plays, The Comedy of Errors tells the story of twin sons and their twin
servants, separated in a shipwreck. The play explores themes of identity, mistaken identity, and family
as we find out what happens when the twins find themselves in the same town on the same day.
Confusion and mishap ensue as no one can tell the twins apart, husbands appear to be in love with
the wrong person, debts refused to be paid and servants lock masters out of their own homes. The
Festival Players bring an all male cast, live original music, comedic chaos, fast-paced story telling,
traditional costume and more to Shakespeare’s most farcical play, in their 2026 open-air summer
theatre tour.
Age guidance: suitable for all
Estimated Run Time: 2hrs incl. interval
Ticket options
Help support Woodchester Mansion Trust LIMITED
Gift Aid let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid – an extra 25 per cent – all of which goes straight back into the upkeep of this unique, historic site. with no extra cost to you.
One of Shakespeare’s earliest plays, The Comedy of Errors tells the story of twin sons and their twin
servants, separated in a shipwreck. The play explores themes of identity, mistaken identity, and family
as we find out what happens when the twins find themselves in the same town on the same day.
Confusion and mishap ensue as no one can tell the twins apart, husbands appear to be in love with
the wrong person, debts refused to be paid and servants lock masters out of their own homes. The
Festival Players bring an all male cast, live original music, comedic chaos, fast-paced story telling,
traditional costume and more to Shakespeare’s most farcical play, in their 2026 open-air summer
theatre tour.
Age guidance: suitable for all
Estimated Run Time: 2hrs incl. interval