RSC Friends events

As one of our Friends, you can enjoy special exclusive events such as In Conversations with RSC actors.

The RSC Friends enjoy a lively programme of events, including In Conversations with actors from the current RSC companies and day trips. Guests at past talks include Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart and Antony Sher. RSC Friends' events currently take place in Stratford-upon-Avon and London.

Upcoming events

  • Christmas Tea Party

    Saturday 14 December, 5pm
    Upper Circle Bar, Royal Shakespeare Theatre

    We are pleased to announce details of our Christmas celebration in the form of a delicious buffet of sandwiches, wraps & filled rolls as well as a selection of handmade mini cakes from the RSC’s in-house pastry kitchen. As usual, we will be inviting the acting companies to join us between their matinee and evening performances. You may wish to take advantage of being able to book for one of the plays before or after our event.

    We very much hope to see you for this special event in the lead-up to the festive season and early booking is advised– do remember to bring some cash with you too for the raffle!

    Booking opens on Monday 14 October and closes on Wednesday 4th December, after which there can be no refunds or exchanges
    Tickets £18 Friends/Patrons, £20 Guests

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  • In Conversation: SAMUEL WEST

    Friday 17 January, 4pm
    Stratford Methodist Church

    We are thrilled that the wonderful Samuel West is joining us for an In Conversation event in January. Samuel will be playing Malvolio in Twelfth Night this Winter, but previously worked at the RSC in Richard II in 2000.

    Booking opens on Monday 14 October and closes on Wednesday 15 January
    Tickets £6 Friends/Patrons, £7 Guests, £3 for under 25s

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Booking tickets

You need to be an RSC Friend to book for these events. Tickets for Friends' events are usually £6 for Friends, £7 for guests and £3 for under 25s (unless otherwise stated). We recommend RSC Friends' events are suitable for children aged 12 and above.

Please note guest tickets may only be purchased by current RSC Friends on behalf of their guest.

All profits from Friends' events go towards supporting our programme of activities or towards the cost of equipment required by our departments.

Tickets can be booked online or by contacting the RSC Box Office on 01789 331111.

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