Hamlet

14th-20th July 2025
By William Shakespeare
Presented by The Pantaloons
Location The Roman Theatre
Tickets £15.00 – £47.00

“Though this be madness, yet there is method in’t!”

Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company as they put on a frantic disposition to tackle Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy in their own anarchic style.

When he discovers that his uncle has murdered his father, married his mother and traitorously taken the crown of Denmark there’s only one course of action for Hamlet: feign madness, frequently monologue and take swift revenge. But outrageous fortune has other plans for the poor Prince of Denmark…

With live music, audience interaction, brevity-boosting abridgements, comic turns and tragic twists there’s only one question: To be there, or to be square?

The Pantaloons return to the Roman Theatre for their 5th year, after delighting audiences with The Importance of Being Earnest and Robin Hood last summer.

Suitable for all ages.

FREE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

The Pantaloons are also running a free interactive Hamlet workshop before the show on 20th July. Click here to find out more.  Workshop tickets must be booked separately.

Cast

Creative team

  • “The acting was superb...Great ambience.”
    Audience member
  • “It was brilliant from beginning to end...”
    Audience member
  • “Love the Pantaloons' energy & enthusiasm and commitment to Shakespeare's text.”
    Audience member
  • “Well acted. Great characterisations slickly executed by the actors. Nice to have a bit of humour and some adlibbing.”
    Audience member

The venue

Address

The Roman Theatre of Verulamium
Bluehouse Hill, St Albans AL3 6AE

Additional Information

If you have any questions regarding access at The Roman Theatre, please email us before booking so that we can provide you with information and assistance.

Click here for FAQs about your visit to The Roman Theatre.

Premium Seating is NEW for 2025 and features a covered area for rain protection and offers the best views in the house. To book Premium seats, simply select the blue seats at the back of the seating plan.

Premium Seating access is included as part of the Premium Season Ticket. Standard Season Ticket holders can upgrade to this seating area for an additional cost.

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