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Bath’s Garden Theatre Festival is the city’s only purpose-built open-air theatre event. Held annually at The Holburne Museum Gardens, it began in 2020 as a one-off event during lockdown and grew into the full-fledged festival we know today, officially launching in 2021. Since then, the festival has expanded significantly, becoming a popular and established part of Bath’s cultural calendar. With all performances produced in-house, the festival is now considered Bath's official summer theatre experience.
Held in the beautiful gardens of the Holburne Museum, the festival promises three weeks of top-notch performances from our repertory company (previous works include last year's Sherlock & Watson: A Murder in the Garden 2024), all set against the enchanting open-air stage. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, including Romeo & Juliet, Pride and Prejudice, and A Secret Garden.
At the Garden Theatre Festival, you can bring your own blankets, cushions, and camping chairs, or hire a deck chair for the full experience. Enjoy a drink from the bar, indulge with a pre-show meal at the Holburne Restaurant, and take in the best of UK outdoor theatre.
Matthew Emeny, our Artistic Director, is thrilled to welcome everyone back for the festival’s 5th year:
“We’re so excited to return in 2025 with a fantastic lineup of theatre that we know our audiences will love. We’re bringing back the rep theatre model to Bath, and can’t wait to share our wonderful in-house productions.
Each year we grow, and now with fully covered seating, every spot at the festival is protected from the elements! I’m looking forward to welcoming everyone again for another unforgettable summer of incredible theatre!”
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