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Matilda The Musical

Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company is heading back on tour around the UK and Ireland! Inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved book, Matilda The Musical is written by Dennis Kelly with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin.
Matilda is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Winner of over 100 international awards, Matilda continues to delight audiences in London’s West End and will be touring the UK and Ireland in 2025 -2026

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London

Cambridge Theatre

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UK & Ireland Tour

Multiple Venues

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West End + UK & Ireland Tour

Booking until May 2026

My Neighbour Totoro

Find your spirit with the return of the "awe-inspiring" (Time Out) production of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro, in collaboration with Improbable and Nippon TV. Following two rapturously received, sell-out runs at the Barbican, discover this five-star, ground-breaking "triumph" (Telegraph) at the Gillian Lynne Theatre from 8 March 2025.

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London

Gillian Lynne Theatre

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Gillian Lynne Theatre

From 8 March to 2 November 2025

Pericles

William Shakespeare

When Prince Pericles solves a riddle set by the King, he knows the answer could get him killed. Fleeing for safety, he is swept away on an epic voyage that will see him battle princes, marry his true love and become a father. But this is also a journey of storms and shipwrecks, abduction and devastating loss. Adrift in an ocean of grief, will Pericles ever see his family again?

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Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago

Until 7 December 2024

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Chicago

Until 7 December 2024

A CO-PRODUCTION WITH WISE CHILDREN

The Buddha of Suburbia

BASED ON THE NOVEL BY HANIF KUREISHI
ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY EMMA RICE,
WITH HANIF KUREISHI

The RSC and Wise Children’s 'intoxicating, five-star' (Times) production of The Buddha of Suburbia transfers to London’s Barbican from 22 October for a limited 4-week season only.

South London in the late seventies. High unemployment, high inflation, food shortages and strikes. But despite the winter of discontent, 17-year-old Karim’s life is about to explode into glorious technicolour as he navigates a path to enlightenment. Or at the very least, Beckenham.

Director Emma Rice brings her unique and joyful style to Hanif Kureishi’s award-winning 1990 novel, exploring family, friends, sex, theatre and, ultimately, belonging, in a production that will you leave you 'on a rare high' (Telegraph).

Age guidance 13+

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Barbican Theatre

London

Until 16 November 2024

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London

Until 16 November 2024

The Red Shoes

Nancy Harris

When an orphaned young woman is taken in by some local do-gooders, she is expected to be seen and not heard. Dazzled by a pair of beautiful shoes, she sees the chance to do and be so much more, but soon her feet betray her, taking her to places she does not wish to go.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 19 January 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 19 January 2025

Othello

William Shakespeare

'Men should be what they seem.'

Jealousy kills.

Othello is at the peak of his powers: not only Venice’s greatest general, but now husband to the noble and beautiful Desdemona. But he does not know that in passing over his servant Iago for promotion, he has created a deadly – and brilliant – enemy.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 23 November 2024

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 23 November 2024

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare

Experience a 'ravishing fusion of flamboyancy and fun' (Guardian) in the RSC’s smash-hit sell-out production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, transferring to London’s Barbican from 3 December.

With Mathew Baynton (Ghosts, Horrible Histories) as Bottom, this hilarious production of Shakespeare’s captivating comedy will transport you from deepest midwinter to the most magical of midsummer nights. As four young lovers are faced with the prospect of unhappy marriage or worse, they flee the court of Athens and stumble into an enchanted forest, where the real and fairy worlds collide.

Director Eleanor Rhode returns to the RSC with a 'joyous' (Times) Dream that is magical, mischievous and full of wonder.

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Barbican Theatre

London

3 December 2024 - 18 January 2025

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London

From 3 December 2024 to 18 January 2025

Twelfth Night

William Shakespeare

A woman survives a shipwreck and washes up on an unknown shore. Alone and bereaved of her twin brother, she embarks on a secret new life as a go-between for two people in the extremity of love and grief. Caught up in the ensuing love triangle she experiences the chaos and humanity of unexpected love.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

5 December 2024 - 18 January 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 5 December 2024 to 18 January 2025

Kyoto

By Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson

Kyoto, the 'truly remarkable' (WhatsOnStage) new political thriller, transfers to London's West End in 2025. Brought to you by the Royal Shakespeare Company and Good Chance, fresh from a critically acclaimed run in Stratford-upon-Avon, this 'tense and gripping' (Guardian) show brings a world of hope to @SohoPlace for a strictly limited 16-week season from 9 January.

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@Sohoplace

London

9 January - 3 May 2025

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London

From 9 January to 3 May 2025

First Encounters The Tempest

A perfect storm brings a feuding family and a king together on a magical island, but will all be forgiven and forgotten? This 80-minute version of The Tempest uses an edited version of the original play to create the perfect introduction to Shakespeare.

The Tempest will tour theatres, schools and community venues from February to May 2025. Dates for performances in Stratford-upon-Avon will be announced soon.

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Stratford-upon-Avon

On Tour

3 February - 10 May 2025

On Tour

From 3 February to 10 May 2025

Hamlet

William Shakespeare

‘Drown the stage with tears.’

When Hamlet’s dead father appears to him one night, he signals murder, not madness.

Hamlet’s mother has married his uncle, and at a less than decent interval too. As he pulls at the threads of his not-so-happy new family, Hamlet unravels a web of deceit and immorality that leads to the ultimate crisis of conscience.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

8 February - 29 March 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 8 February to 29 March 2025

Edward II

Christopher Marlowe

The King is dead, long live the King. And his boyfriend. When Edward II insists on ruling with the man he loves by his side, the Palace refuses. The establishment conspires to restore the natural order, plunging the country into a civil war and threatening the very existence of the monarchy.

Better a dead king than a gay king.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

21 February - 5 April 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 21 February to 5 April 2025

Co-Produced by Factory International & the RSC

Hamlet Hail to the Thief

William Shakespeare Adapted by Christine Jones with Steven Hoggett

Shakespeare's great tragedy and Radiohead’s seminal album collide for a feverish experience that fuses theatre, music, and movement.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 - 28 June 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 4 to 28 June 2025

In a co-production with the Royal Court Theatre

4.48 Psychosis

Sarah Kane

A quarter century from its debut, the entire original cast and creative team return to revisit Sarah Kane’s final masterpiece 25 years on.

4.48 Psychosis plunges the audience into the mind of an unnamed protagonist grappling with severe depression. Kane crafts an unflinching portrait of a psyche teetering on the edge of oblivion.

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

10 - 27 July 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 10 to 27 July 2025

Events

The Play's The Thing

Visit our free exhibition and discover the stories behind the ever-changing world of the RSC.

Take the chance to see a First Folio from 1623, costumes worn by Ian McKellen and Alex Kingston or have a go at our quick change challenge and other interactive exhibits.

Open Daily

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Now Open

PATRON EVENTS

Our Patrons are invited to a range of exciting events where they can learn more about the RSC's creative processes, our ground breaking education work and how their support directly impacts the RSC and our communities.

Patrons' Evening: The Red Shoes

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 December 2024

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Patrons' Matinee Drinks: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Barbican Theatre

London

18 January 2025

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Patrons' Drinks: Kyoto (@sohoplace)

London

4 February 2025

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Patrons’ Drinks: Edward II

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 March 2025

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Patrons: Your Year Ahead

Stratford-upon-Avon

15 March 2025

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Patrons' Drinks: 4.48 Psychosis

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 July 2025

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London

Selected dates, next: 6 December 2024

Director Talks

We offer talks with members of each production's creative team, revealing some of the influences and decisions that have created the production. From rehearsal room processes and design choices, to characterisation and relationships this is a fascinating insight into the creative process.

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Director Talk: Twelfth Night

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

11 December 2024

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Director Talk: Hamlet

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

17 February 2025

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Director Talk: Edward II

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 March 2025

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Creative Team Talk: Hamlet Hail to the Thief

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

11 June 2025

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Director Talk: 4.48 Psychosis

The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 July 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 11 December 2024

RSC Friends Events

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Join the RSC Friends for access to special events including Q&As with actors and directors, and overnight literary-themed trips, plus festive gatherings and celebrations to mark Shakespeare’s Birthday, and opportunities to volunteer and fundraise.

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Friends Christmas Tea Party

RST Upper Circle Bar, Level 2,

Stratford-upon-Avon

14 December 2024

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In Conversation with Samuel West

Stratford Methodist Church

Stratford-upon-Avon

17 January 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 14 December 2024

Christmas Family Day

Enjoy a fun, accessible family day with theatre and making activities based around our production of The Red Shoes. Join in with an interactive family workshop or go behind the scenes with a Family Unwrapped session.

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Family Workshop: The Red Shoes (7-9 years)

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

15 December 2024

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Family Unwrapped: The Red Shoes

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

15 December 2024

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Family Workshop: The Red Shoes (10+ years)

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

15 December 2024

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Stratford-upon-Avon

15 December 2024

Unwrapped

Our Unwrapped demonstrations offer a peek into the rehearsal room, with the Assistant Director and members of the cast, often our understudies, looking at one or two particular moments from the play. They give an insight into how a scene is taken off the page and onto the stage, with the actors and Assistant Director showing the type of exercises and discussion that took place during rehearsals.

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Unwrapped: Twelfth Night

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

18 January 2025

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Unwrapped: Edward II

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 March 2025

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Unwrapped: Hamlet

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

29 March 2025

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Unwrapped: Hamlet Hail to the Thief

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

21 June 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 18 January 2025

Discover Days

Discover Days are a chance to meet and find out more about the people who work across the RSC. From the history of our Collection to designing our shows there are a variety of talks and interactive sessions for you to be a part of and even opportunities to have a go yourself. Our Discover Days are perfect for lifelong learners and show audiences alike.

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Discover Day: Music

Clore Learning Centre

Stratford-upon-Avon

25 January 2025

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Discover Day: Casting

Clore Learning Centre

Stratford-upon-Avon

15 February 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 25 January 2025

RSC Spring School

Join us for our first Spring School, a two day programme focused on Hamlet & Edward II and including discussions around Marlowe & Shakespeare. The weekend will feature discussions and talks with leading academics, actors, directors, and RSC theatre makers. From the comfort of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre auditorium, learn more about how the RSC makes theatre, how creative teams have approached our current season, and how these plays have been interpreted across history.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

28 - 29 March 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 28 March 2025

Morton Hall 2025

In spring 2025 Morton Hall Gardens opens its gates to visitors for its annual Tulip Festival. Over 100 tulip varieties can be admired in borders, pots and as cut flowers, revealing the magic and splendour of this unique flower.

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Morton Hall Tulip Festival

Morton Hall Gardens

Redditch

3 - 5 May 2025

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Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 29 Apr

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Morton Hall Patrons' Garden Tours

Morton Hall Gardens

Redditch

3 - 5 May 2025

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Redditch

Selected dates, next: 3 May 2025

Tours

Guided Tours

Guided tours will run daily and every 60 minute tour will include an element of the building that is not otherwise accessible to the public. Where possible, our guided tours will for the first time include access to our newly developed Costume Workshop.*

Tickets cost £13.50. Up to 4 children go half price with every full price paying adult.

For Group bookings, please contact the Box Office on 01789 331111 (Monday - Friday, midday - 6pm excluding bank holidays)

*We will make every effort to include access to the auditorium or costume workshop areas as part of the tour, however please note that as a working theatre company routes may change due to other activity taking place and so this cannot always be guaranteed.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

15 November - 30 December 2024

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates from 15 November 2024

Touch Tour: Stratford

Touch Tours are offered to visually impaired patrons attending an audio described performance on the same day.

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22 November 2024 - 21 March 2025

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14 June - 25 July 2025

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Available on selected dates

Costume Tour

Get close up to our fabulous costumes and discover the expert tailoring and craft techniques that go into making them.
You will be shown around our state-of-the-art Costume Workshop to see at first-hand how our costumes are made, from cutting, tailoring and stitching to finishing techniques such as dyeing, printing and beading. Then visit our Costume Hire at The Other Place to get close up to our gowns, crowns and many other items.
The tour route is fully accessible for wheelchair and mobility scooter users. It is a continuous walking tour with no opportunities to sit down during the tour. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear for walking outside.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

2 January - 29 March 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates from 2 January 2025

Theatre Tour

Immerse yourself in the workings of theatre, with stories of people who shaped our unique history.
We begin the story of the RSC in our Front of House areas, taking a look at the hidden history of the most-seen areas of the building and introducing you to the people and stories that made the RSC what it is today, from well-known performers to skilled craftspeople. You will also go behind the scenes and get up close to some of our costumes, with the chance to get hands on, try on some items of headwear - maybe a crown or a helmet? And explore our hair and make-up box.

The tour route is fully wheelchair accessible.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

3 January - 31 March 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates from 3 January 2025

Scenic Workshop Tour

Discover how our skilled carpenters, engineers and artists build the world of a performance.
See the life cycle of a set, from the design phase to the workshops where a team of engineers and carpenters bring the drawings to life. Watch our expert propmakers create the objects you see on stage and explore our Prop Hire store, a treasure trove of objects, small and large, where we store the furniture and props used in our shows and hire them out.

Tour suitable for adults and young people aged 12.

The tour takes place at our workshops at Timothy Bridge Road, on the outskirts of Stratford-upon-Avon. Onsite parking is only available for blue badge holders. Parking and public transport is available from Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway Station (12 minutes' walk).

Unfortunately this tour isn't accessible for mobility scooters or wheelchair users. You will need good mobility to explore the building. Wear closed toe and heel footwear, with no high heels.

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Timothy's Bridge Road Workshop

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 January - 25 June 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates from 22 January 2025

Ghost Tour

Did someone say "Macbeth"? Learn about theatre superstitions and some supernatural sightings.
This tour will take you through some of the stories that have arisen during that 140+ years that there has been a theatre on our site in Stratford-upon-Avon, including ghostly exits and entrances, but also the history of theatre superstition.
Once the building has closed to other visitors, you will visit the Royal Shakespeare and Swan Theatres and experience complete darkness, then move through to other parts of the buildings where visitors are normally not allowed to find out more about how we achieve some of the gory or ghostly effects in our performances.
This tour is fully wheelchair accessible.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

16 February - 30 March 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates from 16 February 2025

Learning

Teacher Webinars

90 minute online courses for teachers on the plays on our stages. Our webinars are designed to introduce teachers to our rehearsal room approaches to engage students with learning about Shakespeare. Join us online for inspiration, and insight into our upcoming shows.

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Teacher Webinar: Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night

ONLINE

18 December 2024

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Teacher Webinar: Hamlet

Hamlet

ONLINE

25 February 2025

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Teacher Webinar: Edward II

Edward II

ONLINE

4 March 2025

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Online

Selected dates from 18 December 2024

Twelfth Night Open Day

Join us for a fun-filled day with opportunities to broaden your students' understanding of Shakespeare's language and Twelfth Night as a play, as well as providing an Insight into the matinee production. School groups can take part in a range of activities and experiences, including a one-hour on-stage session in the Royal Shakepeare Theatre with members of the company, looking at key scenes and characters. These short practical workshops are tailored to your group's needs and requests. In the afternoon, students will see the matinee performance of an RSC show. Suitable for KS2 and above.

Twelfth Night Open Day

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

16 January 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

16 January 2025

Sixth Form Conferences

Explore plays in more depth with this study day for Sixth Form English & Drama Students. Enjoy a series of talks and practical events with academics, actors, creatives and practitioners. The day will include a range of exam-focused material including historical, social and political context, scene and character study, production choices and interpretation. There is also the opportunity to book tickets for the show in the evening (additional cost applies, £10 TikTok tickets may be available).

Sixth Form Conference: Hamlet

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 March 2025

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Stratford-upon-Avon

12 March 2025