Step into the world of dramatic storytelling at Chesil Theatre with three captivating stage productions. From the comedic twists of 'Life X 3' to the intense moral dilemmas of 'DEATH and the MAIDEN', and the romantic chaos of 'Shakespeare In Love', these plays offer a blend of humor, tension, and romance. Each performance invites the audience to delve deep into human nature and relationships, intertwining comedy, drama, and romance with universal themes of love, justice, and fate. Join us for an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Exploring Human Nature Through Drama: A Journey at Chesil Theatre

The muse has deserted struggling playwright Will Shakespeare. His new play Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate’s Daughter is going nowhere… until the beautiful Viola appears and everything changes. But she is promised to a powerful nobleman. Will risks the wrath of Queen Elizabeth herself. Chaos and comedy ensue. But after all, ‘the course of true love never did run smooth’!

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Shakespeare In Love

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A supposed torturer of a fascist regime arrives at the house of Gerardo and Paulina. Over one night they put him on trial for his crimes. But are they right? Is he guilty or innocent? Does a single person’s complicity matter? When should justice and punishment cede to compromise and forgiveness, if only for the greater good? 

DEATH and the MAIDEN

One evening. Two couples. Three perspectives on a single situation in an intriguing comedy. Henri and Sonia are putting their son to bed when the doorbell rings. Hubert and Inès have arrived for dinner – a day earlier than expected. The socially disastrous evening degenerates with hilarious yet poignant results. Discussions on parenting mix with the world of astrophysics. And how might it all end? Could there be three conclusions?

Life X 3

 A series of random assaults in the darkened back streets of Victorian London are spreading fear and panic. Meanwhile, the friends of a highly respected doctor are beginning to wonder why he goes missing on exactly the same nights…

JEKYLL and HYDE

A fast-paced comedy set in mid ‘70s New York. Barney
Cashman is having a midlife crisis and he’s decided to solve it the old-fashioned way - with a few one-night stands.

Chesil Theatre

11 - 19 Jul, 2025

Shakespeare In Love

5 - 12 Apr, 2025

DEATH and the MAIDEN

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