Lifelong Learners

We want anybody aged three to 103 to have the opportunity to feel the transformative power of theatre and Shakespeare.


Whether you have an evening, a day or a week to spend with us, there are learning events for every age and level of curiosity at the RSC. 

Discover Days

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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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Unwrapped: Onstage Demonstrations 

Our Unwrapped demonstrations offer a peek into the rehearsal room, with the Assistant Director and members of the cast looking at moments from the play. They give an insight into how a scene is taken off the page and onto the stage, and show the type of exercises and discussion that took place during rehearsals. Suitable for age 12+

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RSC Summer School

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Open to anyone aged 18 and over the RSC Summer School is an opportunity to spend a week hearing from the cast of our shows, creative team members, RSC Staff and leading academics. A chance to ask your questions and find out more about Shakespeare's plays, theatre and the company. 

12 - 16 August

The RSC Summer School is programmed in collaboration with the Shakespeare Institute, University of Birmingham.

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Directors Talks

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.

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