Stratford Schools

Find out what your schools and communities can get involved with at the RSC

VISIT US

Visit us onsite for a variety of workshops exhibitions and tours.

Events from our 2025/26 Season:

Book anytime during Warwickshire School Term:

 

Primary Play Days_2024_Photo_ Sara Beaumont _c_ RSC_371028

What you can do when you visit our buildings:

  • Visit The Play's The Thing, our free interactive exhibition showcasing 400 years of theatre making with costumes and props selected by local community groups.
  • Book a Guided Tour and find out more about the history of our buildings and how we put plays on our stages.
  • Take a trip up The Tower to see 360 degree views of your town.

CPD for TEACHERS IN 2025/26

YOUR COMMUNITIES

  • Use our Welcome Space. Groups are invited to use the PACCAR Room in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. To request an information pack to book this space, contact learning@rsc.org.uk.
  • Did you know that you can hire costumes and accessories from our Costume Hire? Anyone from individuals looking for the perfect party outfit to amateur theatre companies looking for period costumes can book an appointment and rent from Costume Hire. 
Full outdoor auditorium again backdrop of trees and the Swan Theatre exterior
Shakespeare Birthday Celebrations 2024_2024_Photo by Sam Allard - Fisher Studios _c_ RSC_372049

FOR FAMILIES

  • Visit The Play's The Thing - open from midday everyday. Enter via the Swan entrance of the building and head up to the second floor, there are stairs or a lift or ask one of our Front of House team for directions. 
  • Our October Half Term activities are now available to book. 

If you want to find out more about our network of schools in Stratford-upon-Avon and more opportunities for you school to work with the RSC, please contact Joanne Crawshaw, our Local Partnerships Officer: joanne.crawshaw@rsc.org.uk

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