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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

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A brand-new adaption of Sherlock Holmes, created just for Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre.

Written by Molly Taylor. Inspired by the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle collection. Directed by Ellie Hurt.  
 
In modern-day Chester, renowned detectives Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are thrust into the spotlight as they’re drawn into their most intriguing, and personal, mystery yet.

Age guidance 10+


★★★★
“The prize for adventurous programming goes to Storyhouse”
The Guardian

★★★★★
“Live theatre doesn’t get much better than this!”
Opening Night

(Reviews for The Gangs of New York in 2024)


Enjoy wood-fired pizzas, craft beers, and bottles of fizz on ice as you settle into your seats.

Pre-order now using the links below to guarantee your order and just beat the queues on the night!

Pre-order 12 inch woodfire pizzas

Pre-order drinks packages

Duration
Approx 2 hours 20 minutes, Includes an Interval
Prices

Picnic Terraces
Members: £20.25 – £30.60
Non-members: £22.50 – £34

Picnic Chairs
Members: £23.85 – £33.75
Non-members: £26.50 – £37.50

Covered Terraces
Members: £33.75 – £40.05
Non-members: £37.50 – £44.50

Premium Terraces and Chairs (no concessions available)
Members: £49.50 – £52.20
Non-members: £55 – £58

Each ticket is subject to a £1.50 booking fee for non-members

20% off for Aged Under 16s

Young Storyhouse Card Discount available Tuesday – Thursday sign up here for free!

20% off for Over 60s (Friday 15 August only)

FAQs

Visit our guide here.

Cast

  • Jasmine, Duchess of Westminster / Stevie Shinburn Hannah Baker
  • Bouncer / Nun Tom Benjamin
  • Mrs Hudson Victoria Brazier
  • DCI Ray Howard Chadwick
  • Meera / Temi Lauren Chinery
  • Dotty Watson / Stocky Jessica Jolleys
  • Jo Watson Alyce Liburd
  • Nun / Superfan Abigail Middleton
  • Sherlock Holmes Ethan Reid
  • Gregory, Duke of Westminster Eddy Westbury
  • Deerstalker Superfan / Ensemble Alex James-Mason
    (Trainee Actor)
  • PC Davies / Ensemble Morgan Lewis
    (Trainee Actor)

Creatives

  • Writer Molly Taylor
  • Director Ellie Hurt
  • Designer Jess Curtis
  • Composer / MD Paula James
  • Movement Director / Choreographer Grace Goulding
  • Lighting Designer Ieuan Reeve
  • Fight Director Kaitlin Howard
  • Sound Designer Dan Bradley

Reviews for The Gangs of New York in 2024

★★★★
“The prize for adventurous programming goes to Storyhouse”
The Guardian

★★★★★ Opening Night | ★★★★★ We Are Chester | ★★★★★ The Chester Blog | ★★★★★ Fairy Powered Productions

★★★★½ The Reviews Hub | ★★★★ West End Best Friend | ★★★★ Cheshire Live | ★★★★ Matinee Radio | ★★★★ The Theatre Talk

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