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Bring the West End to your living room: exclusive luxury theatre service puts 'revels in hands'

The new private theatre service is the world’s most exclusive form of theatrical escapism, uniquely and bespokely crafted for intimate spaces - drawing rooms, gardens, yachts and beyond.

Set to change the landscape of private entertainment forever, Revels in Hand is the world’s most exclusive form of theatrical escapism. From intimate gatherings that make your home the stage, to summer socials on a yacht or a unique way to charm guests in wedding marquees, the bespoke theatre company offers professional-quality plays - everything from Shakespeare to modern classics - that are uniquely chosen to fit each individual space.

The brainchild of Melanie Fullbrook, Freddie Hutchins and Lucy Eaton - three actors who met at Cambridge University and are passionate about reviving the lost leisure of theatre done intimately - Revels in Hand harks back to the aristocratic nature of the arts. Travelling the length and the breadth of the globe, the team mindfully evaluates the layout of each of their clients’ settings in order to deliver the perfect play chosen especially for the space; whether it be a romantic comedy set in their clients’ guest bedroom or a French farce in the lounge.

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With no limit on creativity, anything is possible once Revels In Hand take charge of an evening, the average price tag for a performance is £5,000 but each performance is priced on a case-by-case basis depending on where the Revels are required and how tailored and personalised the performance is. The service is not solely designed for home audiences - the travelling performers also make for the pièce de résistance for corporate soirées and large parties.

To celebrate its launch Revels in Hand has partnered with the Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London. Over the next few months Revels in Hand will host a series of exclusive performances in the hotel’s luxury signature suites. From levels 34 to 52 of the iconic Shard building, the capital’s highest hotel boasts uninterrupted panoramic views of London’s stunning city skyline. The signature suites feature sleek and sophisticated interiors, blending marble, silk and light wood to create a refined and elegant atmosphere that are serviced by Shangri-La’s legendary hospitality. The floor-to-ceiling windows showcase views of London’s most famous landmarks, from Big Ben and St. Paul’s Cathedral, to Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.

[caption id=“attachment_41294” align=“aligncenter” width=“702”] Revels in Hand - Actor Freddie Hutchins. Photo credit Tomas Turpie[/caption]

 

Dates for upcoming performances in a signature suite at Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London available to book are September 6, October 9, November 8 and December 6.

Lucy Eaton, co-founder of Revels in Hand, said: “Revels in Hand offers something different. Rather than immersive, we’re inclusive and intimate, bringing theatre closer so our audiences can get right up to our characters - close enough to see the laughter lines! This intimacy is something which is so often missed on a larger stage.

“This is theatre in its purest form. Inviting actors to one’s home or to a private gathering was the thing to do in Shakespearean times and it’s our ambition to revive this definitive form of entertainment, so loved by the aristocracy and royalty. Revels in Hand is the perfect luxury for any host to ensure that their guests come away in a state of awe and admiration, and that they talk about the occasion for weeks to come.”

Revels in Hand is a brand new luxury offering from established theatre company Go People. On a mission to bring joy to theatre lovers around the world, the highly commended Go People crafts theatre performances for the world’s most exclusive members’ clubs, Lords and Sheiks. The company’s rendition of plays by the likes of Shakespeare, Noël Coward and John Vanbrugh have received rave reviews from critics at the Independent, The Times and more. Go People also welcomes household names into their fold and to date they’ve performed alongside Freddie Fox, Pauline McLynn, Shobna Gulati, Max Irons and award-winning actress Maddy Hill.

Learn more about Revels in Hand at www.revelsinhand.com

For more information on Shangri-La, please visit www.shangri-la.com.

  • Bring the West End to your living room: exclusive luxury theatre service puts 'revels in hands'
  • Bring the West End to your living room: exclusive luxury theatre service puts 'revels in hands'
  • Bring the West End to your living room: exclusive luxury theatre service puts 'revels in hands'
  • Bring the West End to your living room: exclusive luxury theatre service puts 'revels in hands'