WE ARE OVO.
We create bold, imaginative and surprising new versions of classic plays and stories in the heart of St Albans, Hertfordshire.
We are the producers of the annual Roman Theatre Open Air Festival.
Our award-winning productions can also be seen on indoor and outdoor stages across the UK.

Les Misérables
A new adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel, Les Misérables, by Jonathan Holloway. Prisoner 24601, Jean Valjean, is released from...
Mark Morriss
An intimate evening with, The Bluetones lead singer, Mark Morriss. Best known as the lead singer for English indie outfit,...
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
This musical adaptation of The Dream will transport audiences to the glittering, hustling, hip-swivelling age of classic disco! In the...
9 Questions with Theatre Director and Playwright, Jonathan Holloway
Summer Season 2025
Launching OVO’s Roman Theatre Open Air Festival 2025 Get ready for an extraordinary fusion of history, theatre, and music as the Roman Theatre Open Air Festival returns to St Albans...
Spotlight on Set Design
Q&A with Simon Nicholas This week, we sat down with Simon Nicholas, Co-Founder of OVO and Set Designer. Simon is behind many of the sets at the Roman Theatre, including...
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save with a Season ticket
- Unlimited tickets to 5 theatre shows at The Roman Theatre Open Air Festival 2025
- 10% Discount on other shows at the 2025 Festival and our bar
- £75 for 1 Adult. £50 for Under 18s.