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Love in Idleness

A magical, mischievous and charming Midsummer Eve’s adventure through a garden

“By the end the audience had so much become a part of the piece that we happily joined in the dancing. I was captivated, dazzled and intrigued. I was spellbound.”

Audience member

Love in Idleness is a promenade dance theatre performance for all the family. Inspired by William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this is a playful, mischievous and charming adventure. Stumble upon hidden worlds in our most stunning landscaped gardens, led by dancers and live musicians. Love in Idleness is an experience that is never the same twice…

Performed at: Toured to seven gardens and parks including Hatfield House, Burton Agnes and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

Supported by: Arts Council England, Yorkshire Dance, Essex Dance, Burton Agnes, Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Photography Credits: Albert Ross and Damon Waldock