We asked if they would be interested in bringing their production to the Wairarapa. There's now a Wairarapa Shakespeare Trust which runs these outdoor performances over here and the student players spend five days with us. Last summer they performed Twelfth Night. According to Mr Kernohan it's the complete Shakespeare experience for patrons. It's a great country atmosphere.
People bring along their own chairs and sun umbrellas and some have picnic hampers.
Others buy their lunch from our Vineyard Cafe, and of course the winery is always open for those who want to enjoy a taste of Gladstone wine. Four performances are given, one each day, usually at the end of February. Last year more than 1200 people enjoyed Summer Shakespeare, which is close to what the Kernohans feel is full capacity. They have been able to confirm that Summer Shakespeare will be a regular event in the forseeable future. And this is such a beautiful location.