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Theatre by the Lake: A Month of Dynamic Performances and Rich Narratives

Theatre by the Lake in Keswick is offering a robust schedule of events from March through April 2025. With performances ranging from flamenco guitar by Juan Martín to Shakespeare adaptations by local schools, audiences can expect a diverse array of cultural experiences. The theatre will also host the Peatbog Faeries, a fusion of Scottish traditional music with global influences, and the MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS' visceral 30th Anniversary Tour. There's something for everyone, from classic plays like 'Of Mice and Men' to engaging narratives such as 'Spitfire Girls.'

Feb 28, 2025

1. Juan Martín

Juan Martín is a guitarist and composer working within the great tradition of flamenco. Don’t miss this exquisite evening of fine guitar music.

Mar 5, 2025

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2. Shakespeare Schools Festival 2025

Join us for an exhilarating evening of live theatre, featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools.

Mar 10, 2025

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3. Peatbog Faeries

Hailing from the Isle of Skye, these legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves that have been embraced worldwide. Drawing upon a dazzling myriad of influences from jigs and reels through dance music, jazz, African, and more, they bring the sound of Scotland fresh-faced and breathless to the new audiences around the world.

Mar 21, 2025

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4. MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS: IN TIME 30th Anniversary Tour

Taking the audience on a journey ‘in time’, a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a full theatrical experience, with dynamic choreography and heart-pounding rhythms contrasting with atmospheric soundscapes.

Mar 23, 2025

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5. Spitfire Girls

Decades after answering the call, two women separated by the war meet again as the rain hammers down on the windows of The Spitfire pub.

25 - 29 Mar, 2025

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6. Lindisfarne Story

With a sound distilled from folk, blues and beyond, Lindisfarne burst onto the international music scene in 1970. Memorable melodies, sweet & sour harmonies and gutsy instrumentation delivered with an infectious Geordie swagger, soon cemented Lindisfarne’s reputation as a formidable musical force.

Apr 3, 2025

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7. The Manfreds

Considered to be one of the best live bands on the touring circuit, The Manfreds, featuring original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness, are excited to be returning to some of their favourite, more intimate, venues in 2025.

Apr 4, 2025

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8. King Arthur

Camelot is in trouble. King Arthur knows that if he doesn’t turn things around, this civilisationwill be forgotten, and be known as nothing more than a rather dull time in British history. Butwhen three hapless squires approach him about changing that legacy… a legend is born.

8 - 12 Apr, 2025

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9. The Height of the Storm

André and Madeleine have been happily married for over 50 years. But, as their daughters visit for the weekend, there are signs that something is wrong. What is the storm that seems to be brewing? A bunch of flowers arrives, but who sent them? A woman from the past turns up, but who is she? And why does André feel like he isn’t there at all?

9 - 12 Apr, 2025

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10. Of Mice and Men

Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters bound together by a shared faith and the ambition to live the great American dream. Landing a job on a Californian ranch during the Great Depression, their hopes of earning money to eventually buy a place of their own are raised, and then wholly shattered in a heart-breaking conclusion.

16 - 30 Apr, 2025

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Conclusion

From flamenco to Shakespeare, and from the rhythmic beats of taiko drumming to the soul of American literature, Theatre by the Lake's spring lineup promises something for everyone. As each performance unfolds, audiences are invited into worlds that entertain and challenge, leaving lasting impressions. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the theatre's offerings this March and April are not to be missed. It's a celebration of culture, creativity, and community that underscores why Keswick is a vibrant cultural destination.

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