"Rain or Shine" Theatre Group present their "Picnic in the Park" at the Bunbury Cricket Club

Following the success of last summer’s “She Stoops to Conquer”, the Rain or Shine Theatre Company are delighted to continue their celebration of Restoration Comedies for the summer 2022 season.

They will be presenting “The Recruiting Officer”, a bawdy Restoration comedy by Irish playwright George Farquhar. One of the most popular plays of its time (more performed than Shakespeare or Farquhar's contemporaries) this is a delightful romp through 18th Century Shrewsbury.

The story follows the mischief of crooked army recruiting officers, Captain Plume and Sergeant Kite, as they head to the county town of Shrewsbury to persuade men to take the Queen’s Shilling by any means, legal or otherwise!
Plume has set his cap at the vivacious Sylvia, and their bumpy path to true love is mirrored by their closest friends, nervy, melancholy Worthy, and haughty, comically self-important heiress, Melinda. Help and hindrance come in equal measure from Captain Brazen, the foppiest of Fops. Be prepared for saucy shenanigans in a hilarious romp awash with deceit, passion, swordfights, and surprises galore!

Sign up! Join the dashing Captain Plume and the devious Sergeant Kite on a roller coaster ride in period costume for all the family.

Get your tickets now for the rip-roaring performance - don't be disappointed!

For more information call:

Judy - 07714 759374 / Pam - 07713 597089

Gates open 3:00pm for picnics - please bring your own low-backed seating or rugs and a picnic to maximise your enjoyment of the al-fresco performance.

You can get your tickets at the door or book online at:

www.rainorshine.co.uk

Alternatively, call the hotline on:

03306 600541

​Proceeds will be donated to the Cricket Club and Bunbury Mill.