The Minack Theatre

Last Friday we were lucky enough to get tickets for a steam punk musical called The Book of Mirrors by the Hertfordshire Players at the Minack Theatre. All week we watched the weather forecast with growing horror- the Minack is open air and performances go ahead in all but the most horrendous weather such as gale force winds- and the forecast was getting worse each day!

Friday morning arrived and it rained.... A lot! We still drove to the Minack as we knew that cancellation would only be one hour before the performance was due to start. By the time we got there the rain had stopped...hooray!

The performance was fabulous! Amazing costumes, songs and story. Unfortunately the rain didn't stay away... It rained heavily halfway through the first act, but we had come prepared and snuggled under our upside down waterproof picnic rug-cosy!







We wrapped up well and, though wet and windswept, thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon.

It is the most magnificent setting- truly wild and rugged- there is the constant sound of waves smashing on the rocks, and wind blowing from the sea... The sort of place where you can sit for an hour waiting for a performance and not notice the time passing as you relax into natural peace and tranquility. It's a really special place!







We would happily go again, even on a rainy day, it is a unique experience!

Until next time
Gillian