Peer Gynt

Summer 2026, Miracle Theatre will bring their magical twist and love of laughter to the classic story of Peer Gynt.

Young Peer is a lazy dreamer, who misinterprets Shakespeare’s advice “ To thine own self be true” to mean “Look after number one”!

He chases after riches and pleasure and lives a life of moral failure and endless excuses. Surely, he will come to no good?

Loosely based on Ibsen’s epic comedy, this famous morality tale is perfect material for Miracle Theatre’s highly visual style – physical, funny, surreal and deeply human – a journey through the dream-like world of Norse mythology, peopled with cranky characters, trolls and other bizarre creatures – a comedy of terrors!

Think, Fungus the Bogeyman meets Dr Faustus!

Please read this important information about events at Trebah:

• Doors will open 1 hour before the performance to allow time for you to explore the garden, have a picnic or just leisurely make your way to the amphitheatre to take your seat.

• Doors will close 15 minutes after the start time of the performance.

• This event takes place in our open-air amphitheatre and we are used to the Cornish weather! Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please bring a coat!

• Please allow 20 minutes before the performance starts to walk to the amphitheatre.

• With tiered seating and plenty of leg room, there’s no need to bring your own chairs (but a cushion is a good idea). Please be aware, that seating is unreserved.

• A number of cushioned seats with back supports are available at the amphitheatre on a first-come-first-served basis.

• For large parties and groups, please arrive in plenty of time if you would like seats together.

• Due to the topography of the garden there is limited access to the amphitheatre, which may not be suitable for all types of mobility vehicles. We will do everything we can to make sure you can see the show but please call us on 01326 252205 before booking to discuss.

• For accessibility/carer tickets, please call us on 01326252205.

• Our only toilets are within the Visitor Centre at the top of the garden.

• Free parking is available for all events.
• Trebah loves dogs but unfortunately they are unable to attend live performance events. Assistance dogs only please.

• We have a bar selling soft and alcoholic drinks, hot pasties and snacks. You are welcome to bring your own snacks.

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