Summer 2022 in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Two brand new productions of Shakespeare’s plays that speak directly to our world today will come to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre this summer:

• Richard III: the thrilling climax to Shakespeare's first great history cycle, directed by Gregory Doran with Arthur Hughes in the title role
• All's Well That Ends Well: Director Blanche McIntyre explores themes of romantic fantasy, toxic masculinity and consent.

First Encounters with Shakespeare: Twelfth Night

Touring to UK theatres and schools this autumn, Shakespeare’s comedy of mistaken identity receives a 21st century update in a new production edited and directed by Robin Belfield, part of our 90-minute series targeted at ages seven to 13.

First Encounters Twelfth Night will be co-created with our partner theatres and associate schools, with a focus on environmental sustainability at its heart, including a set made from reclaimed and recycled materials.

TikTok Tickets

Any young person aged 14-25 or full-time students of any age can see our shows in Stratford-upon-Avon or London for £10 or less, from June this year.

TikTok Tickets cost just £10 (£5 for reduced-price previews), while state schools can also book £10 TikTok Tickets for group visits. Tickets will be available to book for Richard III and All’s Well That Ends Well from 7 March.

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37 Plays - Writing the stories of our nation

Anybody from anywhere in the UK can participate in 37 Plays, a nationwide search to capture the stories of today. Working with our 12 regional partner theatres, we’ve launched 37plays.co.uk to offer playwriting support and advice to those who are writing a play for the first time, as well as emerging and professional writers throughout 2022.

The site launches with resources on how to decide what to write your play about, and a new podcast series hosted by playwright Mark Ravenhill with contributions from some of the most inspiring voices currently working in the UK.

Visit 37plays.co.uk