Will you be visiting the Curtain for the first time?

• The experience of hearing a play at the Curtain Theater is like no other and may require a little more preparation on your part than a normal night of theater.  Here are some things to keep in mind and tips on how to make the most of your visit:
• The Curtain is an open air theater. If you’ll be visiting us in the spring or fall we encourage you to bring a blanket just in case the evening chill comes on as it sometimes does.  Dress in layers and bring a hat for particularly brisk evenings.  If you’re hearing a Baron’s Men play in warmer weather, you may want to consider bringing some insect repellent.
• Wear the right shoes. There are no sidewalks at the Curtain and the ground is uneven lawn and gravel and the theater seating is two stories tall with wooden steps. We are happy to make seating arrangements for patrons with mobility issues.
• You are part of the experience. Because The Baron’s Men is primarily an Elizabethan troupe acting in an Elizabethan theater, our actors will be very close to you.   They will very likely interact with you and you are strongly encouraged to play with them.  Hiss or whistle at the villains, cheer the heroes, and generally let our actors know how you feel about the story; it makes the play more exciting for both the actors and the audience!
• Shakespeare can sometimes be racy stuff. Shakespeare wrote for both the rich and the poor alike, catering to the tastes of both.  The Baron’s Men does not shy away from any part of the text so don’t be surprised if our telling is a little bawdier than what you’ve experienced in the past – especially if your primary exposure to Shakespeare was in high school English. If you have questions regarding a show, please just send us an email at info@thebaronsmen.org and we’ll be happy to discuss the content of the play with you.
• Refreshments are available. Most of our productions are between 2 and 2.5 hours with an intermission.  Bring a few dollars for snacks and drinks or bring your own refreshments and save your money for some great Baron’s Men merchandise.  Portable restroom facilities are located next to the theater.