Antic Disposition

10 years ago this week...

We performed in Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon – just steps from Shakespeare’s grave – commemorating the 400th anniversary of his death.

Our production reimagined the play in a First World War military hospital, where recovering soldiers staged Shakespeare’s epic history. Past and present blurred as the action moved between 1415 and 1915, bringing a new resonance to the journey from England to Agincourt.

It marked the culmination of our first cathedral tour, taking the production to some of the UK’s most remarkable sacred spaces. A deeply special moment: sharing that story, in that space, with audiences who met it so openly.

Looking back, it still feels quite extraordinary.

To everyone who was part of it – on stage, behind the scenes, and in the audience – thank you.

📷 Scott Rylander

📣 We’ve launched an official page for our much-loved A Christmas Carol!

If you’ve enjoyed our festive production at Middle Temple Hall – or if you’re excited to see how the show is beginning a new life beyond Antic Disposition – be sure to follow the new page for:

🎶 Behind-the-scenes insights
📸 Photos and memories from Middle Temple Hall
🌟 Licensing information and global production announcements
🎟️ News, events and updates from our creative team

And of course, plenty of Christmas spirit all year round!

✨ Although we’re not performing A Christmas Carol this year, we’re absolutely thrilled to announce that our friends at Redditch Operatic Society will be presenting the amateur premiere – the very first production of this show by any society, anywhere!

It’s a real festive milestone, and we couldn’t be more delighted to see the show take on a brand-new life beyond our original production.

Performances are happening next week, with limited tickets remaining. We wish the entire Redditch Operatic team all the very best (and plenty of Christmas sparkle) for a fantastic run! ✨

👻Get ready for the regional premiere of a new musical version of A Christmas Carol, based on the classic story by Charles Dickens with Redditch Operatic Society.❄️

The production will combine the ghostly tale of miser Ebenezer Scrooge with a score of original songs inspired by the carols of a traditional Victorian Christmas - the perfect show to get you into the festive spirit!

Tickets are still available:
📅18th of November - 22nd of November
🎟https://www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/a-christmas-carol

🎩 Humbug!

Our much-loved A Christmas Carol at Middle Temple Hall is taking a break this year while the Hall receives some seasonal renovations.

We’ll miss sharing the music, magic, and mince pies with you – but we hope to be back very soon. Keep an eye out here for future announcements!

And so our 2025 summer production of comes to an end!

What a privilege to be back in the stunning , and a joy to work with such a dedicated and talented team, onstage and off.

Huge thanks to…

Our brilliant team of actors , , , .bruce_, .e.g, , , and …

Our wonderful ushers .bol, and …

Our Technical Stage Manager .lightingtech and Production Assistant .corby.xx…

… and the many other people who have helped make the show possible.

So, goodnight unto you all ✨

“Ill met by moonlight, proud Titania.” 🌙✨

Sparks fly as Oberon and Titania, the quarrelling king and queen of the fairies, clash beneath the soaring arches of in ’s .

📸 Ciaran Corsar () as Oberon and Abigail Moore () as Titania, captured by

🎟️ Until 29 August. Ticket link in bio.

“Methinks I am marvellous hairy about the face…” 🫏

Bottom’s woodland makeover in the moonlit magic of — he’s not horsing around, he’s the mane event. Ears looking at you, kid.

📸 as Bottom, captured by

“The course of true love never did run smooth.” 💘🌙

From swooning to squabbling in the shadow of , the four lovers of prove that romance in the woods is anything but straightforward.

📸 Captured in all their glorious confusion by

First look at ! ✨

Magic and mischief take centre stage as Shakespeare’s enchanting comedy comes to life in .

📸 Captured by , these first production shots offer a glimpse of the fun unfolding beneath the Abbey’s soaring arches.

🎟️ Ticket link in bio

We had the pleasure of talking to about 20 years of Antic Disposition – from our very first Shakespeare in a draughty church to filling Bath Abbey with midsummer magic.

A lovely chance to look back on some favourite moments and share a little of what’s next!

Five Minutes With... John Risebero and Ben Horslen, co-founders of award-winning theatre company Antic Disposition - The Bath Magazine John Risebero and Ben Horslen are co-founders of Antic Disposition, an award-winning theatre company that presents visually striking productions in historic buildings and non-theatre spaces. The Bath-based duo took time out of their busy schedule to answer our questions on celebrating 20 years of fa...