You are invited to the Castle, where the King is about to make an important announcement. How will his subjects react when he reveals that he wishes to impose democracy?

This promenade performance of a powerful modern renaissance-form play in the grounds of Craigcrook Castle, a historic centre of the Scottish Enlightenment, will use the atmospheric location to its fullest to create an immersive, exciting piece of theatre.

Author Lucy Nordberg uses the Arthurian legends as a timely examination of post-Enlightenment problems: how do we reconcile reason and faith? Tradition and progress? Can we impose democracy on other cultures?

Director Andy Corelli, of Edinburgh-based Siege Perilous, produces classical theatre and new work. Last year’s 2009 indoor performance of King Arthur attracted the attention of Richard Demarco, keen promoter of the arts. He invited the company to perform at Craigcrook, where the Demarco Collection and Archive exhibition is housed, featuring many works of art and recording noteworthy Fringe and Official Festival theatrical productions and exhibitions. This can be visited during the interval.

“A traditional play reinvented with a topical twist” ***** Three Weeks

“Spectacular modern take on a legend” **** Edinburgh Evening News

“Engaging fusion of tradition and modernity” **** Fringe Review

How to get to Craigcrook Castle: Craigcrook Castle is at 95 Craigcrook Road, EH4 3TU. Three miles West from the City Centre, served by bus route 41. Parking is available at the Castle or in neighbouring streets.

Tickets via Zoo Venues box office only - email box@zoovenues.co.uk to make reservations or call 0131 662 6892 from 4th August.