This large-scale, site-specific production performed in an ancient woodland near Usk, Monmouthshire, will give audiences a vivid glimpse into life – and death – in the trenches and battlefields of the Somme.
Inspired by Welsh writer Owen Sheers’ poem Mametz Wood, it will draw on written material by the poets who fought in or witnessed one of the war’s bloodiest conflicts - the Battle of Mametz Wood, in which 4,000 of the the 38th (Welsh) Division were killed or wounded. Among the soldiers who took part were several key Welsh and English war poets, including Robert Graves, David Jones, Siegfried Sassoon and Llewelyn Wyn Griffith, and Sheers’ own great, great uncle, William Cross.
Mametz is co-commissioned by National Theatre Wales and 14-18 NOW, WW1 Centenary Art Commissions, supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England and the Heritage Lottery Fund.
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What to Expect
You will be going on a journey through a forest and a field. Please be aware that this means walking and standing for a lot of the show.
Unfortunately not all locations on the route are accessible by wheelchair. The creative team are creating an alternative accessible route.
To discuss your specific access requirements please email Click to email
Please bring suitable clothing and footwear for outdoor weather and all terrain.
There will be car parking facilities on site
Entrance Charge
- £20 Standard
- £15 Concessions
- £10 Schools (Teacher goes free with every 10 tickets)
Date and Times
24-Jun-2014 05-Jul-2014
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