The Three Inch Fools are a five-strong troupe of actors, performing a highly imaginative and vibrantly musical take on Shakespeare's plays across the UK. The Fools do Shakespeare differently - a fast-paced, musically-driven style, using all sorts of different instruments, plenty of multi-roling and many a quick costume change along the way. This physically driven and vibrant performance will tell the story of witchcraft, prophecy, a dominant wife, and Macbeth’s unstoppable desire to become King of Scotland. All of this accompanied by an original folk inspired soundtrack. Book tickets here. This performance is an indoor performance and on the second floor. Eastbury is fully accessible and there is a platform lift. We will be serving drinks 45 minutes before the performance starts. 7.00pm start time, guests are welcome from 6.15pm. Website threeinchfools.com Twitter @threeinchfools Facebook @threeinchfools Instagram @threeinchfools Youtube The Three Inch Fools (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM3yrSC0aHn1UrxcyOx2lVw)  

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More information to come!