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Who is Norman?

Norman is a mild mannered assistant librarian who wants to brighten the lives of the women in his family... with a bit of romance.

I only want to see one…which one should I see?

The Norman Conquests is presented as three plays, but all take place simultaneously and all stand alone. You don’t need to see more than one play to understand the story, but seeing more than one lets you in on some fantastic inside jokes. It’s in your best interest to see all three if you have the time, just because they’re incredibly entertaining. Each play takes place in a different room of the same house on the same weekend; Table Manners is in the dining room, Living Together is in the sitting room and Round and Round the Garden occurs outside in the garden.

If you’re interested enough to see one, you might consider seeing all three. They all cover the same characters in the same situations, but they are anything but repetitive. In fact, the plays somehow become better, and even funnier, as you see more.

Is there a certain order I should see them in?

The long and the short of it - No. Each play stands on its own, and you can absolutely see them in any order.

I love history! Does this have anything to do with the Invasion of England in 1066?

No history lessons are needed to enjoy The Norman Conquests, however, if you are into history, our humble hero Norman does work as an assistant librarian so he may be able to help look up information for you or point you to the card catalogue.

If I attend a “Conquer Norman Saturday” what am I going to do in between shows?

Norman T-ShirtCygnet has joined forces with a number of the restaurants in the Old Town area to provide lovely dinner/theatre packages. There are also quite a number of shops and museums in the Old Town area.

Is there a discount if I see more than one?

Of course there is! The first show you purchase is regular priced, but we'll take 25% off your ticket for the second show, and 50% off your ticket for the third show. Plus if you do see all three you can receive an "I Conquered Norman" T-Shirt.

Where do I park?

Old Town has quite a few free lots in the area, including a large lot right across the street from the theatre. On busier days, such as weekends, you may want to consider parking at the CalTrans building at the end Juan St. or in the Old Town Transit Parking Lot on Pacific Coast Highway. There are also a number of paid lots, usually averaging $5 nearby, including at the Hacienda Hotel one block south of the theatre.

How long is it?

Each play runs about two hours with one fifteen minute intermission.

I might get hungry. Where should I eat?

There are more than a dozen restuarants within walking distance of the Cygnet's Old Town Theatre and we have joined forces with a number of these restaurants to provide lovely dinner/theatre packages (whoa, deja vu). Old Town features some of the best Mexican food in all of San Diego, but there are plenty of other options, as well.

Is it really funny?

Ayckbourn is known for his British humor and the plays are both physical and over-the-top as well as dry and biting; it’s a brilliant combination that makes for a hilariously entertaining theatrical experience.

Is it suitable for children?

Norman is a cad who tries to seduce his wife’s sister in what’s been called “a hysterical sexual romp…in triplicate.”  Approporiate for your teen? You decide!