Butterfly

Hamlet Underground is a 75-minute adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet, brought to Bristol Shakespeare Festival by professional London-based theatre company Butterfly.

Ghosts stalk the crypt-like caves demanding vengeance. Sound pounds through the rock. A heart has to choose; 'to be or not to be'.

Hamlet returns home for his father's sudden funeral to find his mother has married his uncle. His father's restless ghost appears to him demanding vengeance for his murder, and claims that Hamlet's uncle was the one who killed him. Can Hamlet believe the ghost? Can he really murder his uncle?

This is a promenade-style performance where audience will walk and stand throughout. Sturdy shoes must be worn (no flip-flops) or you will not be permitted. Caves can get cool in the evening; please dress accordingly.