Far From the Madding Crowd

27th-28th February 2025

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Introducing...

Far from the Madding Crowd is a vibrant adaptation of Hardy’s novel, showcasing a compelling story of love, independence, and personal choices.
Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. Who will she choose? If any of them? She plays with all their hearts to devastating and dramatic effect.
Featuring live period music and authentic Victorian costumes and creating a rich, immersive experience of 19th-century England,
Far from the Madding Crowd
demonstrates live, vibrant theatre at its very best.
Thomas Hardy’s masterpiece about love, class and gender roles is set against the rural landscape of Victorian England and is thrillingly brought to life in a new adaptation by the acclaimed Conn Artists Theatre Company, performed by an ensemble cast accompanied by music and songs of the period.
“strong, vivid and emotional story telling.”
★★★★
(Remote Goat on
Silas Marner
)
“Conn Artists has made regional theatre feel in ruder health overnight.”
★★★★
(The Stage on
The Four Men
)

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