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folly [fol-ee]
1. the state or quality of being foolish; lack of understanding or sense.
2. Architecture. a whimsical or extravagant structure built to serve as a conversation piece,
lend interest to a view, commemorate a person or event, etc
3. follies, a theatrical revue.
In architecture, a folly is an extravagant, frivolous or fanciful building, designed more for artistic expression than for practicality. "Folly" is used in the sense of foolishness, fun or light-heartedness.
Follies are often found in parks or large grounds of houses and stately homes. They were especially popular from the end of the 16th century to the 18th century. Theme parks and world's fairs have often contained "follies", although such structures do serve a purpose of attracting people to those parks and fairs.
The Festival Folly is a self contained stage, fully equipped with sound, lights and professional staff, that embodies the spirit of the folly- a place of celebration and play.
