Assemblywomen

Theatre (satire, farce)

  • C ARTS | C venues | C aquila - studio
  • 17:20
  • Aug 13
  • 1 hour
  • Suitability: 14+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Warwick Classics
  • Warnings and additional info: Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing, More information
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Assemblywomen is a modern adaptation of an Ancient Greek comedy, featuring cross-dressing, confusion and chaos. The women of Athens stage a political takeover, disguising themselves as men and implementing an outlandish new system across the city. Their husbands stuck at home, are left to deal with the farcical consequences. The play follows the Athenians as they come to terms with the women’s rule, getting into a series of daft situations along the way. Updated and performed by students, with a unique blend of political commentary and risqué humour, this timeless classic isn’t one to miss!

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Stair-lift with folding seat to 1st floor from foyer (requires transfer from wheelchair to stair-lift chair at ground level and transfer back to wheelchair at first floor). Staff can carry an unoccupied manual wheelchair up the stairs while the wheelchair user uses the seated stair lift. Electric wheelchairs and heavy wheelchairs cannot be carried upstairs. If not taking the stair lift the space is accessed by one flight of stairs.
  • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 11- 20
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info


How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

David 50 days ago

I thought the show was enjoyable, the final scene was particularly funny. Worth a watch if you want to see a well done Greek comedy.

Karen Lawrie 50 days ago

As someone unfamiliar with classical Greek plays, I really enjoyed this performance. It was funny, relevant and delivered in a fashion that made it totally understandable. Well done to everyone involved.


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