Alfred Enoch as Pericles holding a top of armour and chainmail and wearing loose trousers. He is lit with orange light from the left side and stands against a blue backdrop and on a floor that looks like water

Pericles

William Shakespeare

Here is some more detailed information on the content of Pericles, to help prepare you or those you are bringing with you to see the show.

  • Swan Theatre

    Stratford-upon-Avon

    Until 21 Sep 2024 Book Tickets
  • Running time:

    2 hrs 40 mins (including a 20 mins interval)

Next performance:

19 September, 7:30PM

Swan Theatre
Stratford-upon-Avon

Live theatre is exciting. It can be loud, bright, shocking at times, and occasionally some of the effects we use, or the themes our productions explore, can trigger distressing emotions.

We know that some of our audiences appreciate detailed information on the content of our shows in order to make informed decisions and to prepare themselves, or members of their party, including those with additional needs.

If there are specific themes you are concerned about, you can call our Box Office team on 01789 331111, from midday to 6pm (UK time) Monday to Friday to find out more about our shows and what they contain.

You can find supporting assets and more information about the show on the Pericles Assisted Performances page.

 

SONIC STORY

We offer a sonic story for Pericles. This is a graphic which highlights the key sounds from throughout the performance. It's available to all audience members, but we hope it will be particularly useful for anyone who might benefit from understanding the sensory elements of the show before they see it.

Download the Pericles sonic story

PERICLES

This production contains:

  • Live music

  • Loud noises

  • Stage smoke/Haze

  • Flame effects

  • Scenes of an adult nature

  • Portrayals of manipulative, forceful and domineering behaviour

  • Themes of gender discrimination

This page will be continuously updated as the production is rehearsed and will be finalised on 7 August 2024. Please check  back for updates.