As You Like It

31st July – 22nd August 2026
Location The Roman Theatre
Tickets £15.00 – £47.50

Presented by OVO

By William Shakespeare

Adapted and Directed by Adam Nichols

1967. Pressured by the generation gap, lovers Rosalind and Orlando escape the city and journey to the Forest of Arden where they become entangled in a beguiling game of love, lust and mistaken identity.

This vibrant and uplifting interpretation of Shakespeare’s glorious comedy is a magical trip to the summer of love, complete with a live soundtrack featuring The Mamas and the Papas, the Beach Boys, Jimi Hendrix, the Small Faces and many more.

OVO’s most beloved award-winning show returns for a 10th anniversary production, directed by OVO’s Artistic Director Adam Nichols.

Photos: Original 2016 OVO production of As You like It at the Roman Theatre. Image credits: Michael Maggs

Cast

Creative team

  • “A slick, clever and accomplished production. The standout St Albans performance of them all”
    Herts Advertiser
  • “A very clever interpretation, snappily performed by a fabulous cast of actors. This Hippy Hippy Shakespeare is All Too Beautiful!”
    The Cornishman

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.

Our Premium Seating 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.

Book Tickets

Select Date & Time

31st July
Friday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
1st August
Saturday 2:30pm £15.00 - £44.50
Saturday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
3rd August
Monday 7:30pm £15.00 - £30.00
6th August
Thursday 7:30pm £15.00 - £44.50
7th August
Friday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
8th August
Saturday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
10th August
Monday 7:30pm £15.00 - £30.00
11th August
Tuesday 7:30pm £15.00 - £44.50
13th August
Thursday 7:30pm £15.00 - £44.50
14th August
Friday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
15th August
Saturday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
16th August
Sunday 6:00pm £15.00 - £44.50
17th August
Monday 7:30pm £15.00 - £30.00
18th August
Tuesday 7:30pm £15.00 - £44.50
20th August
Thursday 7:30pm £15.00 - £44.50
21st August
Friday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50
22nd August
Saturday 7:30pm £15.00 - £47.50

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