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Event
- Title:
- Bard in the Botanics
- When:
- 23.06.2010 - 31.07.2010
- Where:
- Botanic Gardens - Glasgow
- Category:
- Festivals
Description
Bard in the Botanics is the only annual outdoor Shakespeare festival in Scotland.
The festival celebrates some of the best works of the playwright in the magnificent surroundings of the gardens. The four works on display this year throughout June and July are King Lear, Queen Margaret, Twelfth Night and Titus Andronicus.
Now in its ninth year, previous years' festivals have been a great success with residents and visitors alike. This is a unique opportunity to see Shakespeare's works in a stunning setting.
To book tickets or for more information call 0141 429 0022 or visit the website - www.bardinthebotanics.co.uk
Venue
- Venue:
- Botanic Gardens
- Street:
- 730 Great Western Road
- ZIP:
- G12 0UE
- City:
- Glasgow
Description
The Botanic Gardens is known internationally for its impressive glass houses and extensive tropical and temperate plant collections from around the world.
A variety of themes of horticultural and botanical interest are found in the grounds as well as attractive walks by the River Kelvin. Its immaculate formal gardens and arboretum provide a welcome break from the bustle of the West End.
The Botanic Gardens are located at Kelvinside in Glasgow’s West End between the River Kelvin, Great Western Road and Queen Margaret Drive. The gardens can be accessed on foot from Great Western Road, Queen Margaret Drive, Kirklee Circus and from the Kelvin Walkway.