Director Talks

Discover more about the plays on stage in our pre-show talks with the Director.

We offer talks with members of each show's director and/or writer in conversation, talking about 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.

To learn more from behind the scenes of a production, visit the Creative Conversations YouTube playlist and hear creatives working on our shows talk about our productions, how they work and what they want you to take away from the shows you experience.

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  • 5.15pm - 6pm (unless otherwise stated below)
  • Onstage in the theatre auditorium 
  • Tickets cost £8

To buy tickets online, use the links below or phone the RSC Ticket Hotline on 01789 331111 from midday to 6pm (UK time) Monday to Friday.

The Talks

Director Talk: Hamlet

Director Talk: Hamlet

5pm, Monday 17 February 2025

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

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: Edward II

Director Talk: Edward II

5:15pm, Tuesday 4 March 2025

Swan Theatre

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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Creative Team Talk: Hamlet Hail to the Thief

Creative Team Talk: Hamlet Hail to the Thief

5:45pm, Wednesday 11 June 2025

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

We offer talks with members of each production's creative team. These pre-show, onstage events offer a chance to hear the director and/or writer in conversation, 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: 4.48 Psychosis

Director Talk: 4.48 Psychosis

5:45pm, Saturday 12 July 2025

The Other Place

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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