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A Christmas Carol

CHARLES DICKENS
A NEW ADAPTATION BY DAVID EDGAR

The smash hit of Christmas 2017 returns to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. This festive tale of redemption and compassion is one of the most loved short stories ever written, adapted by one of our greatest living writers.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 December 2018 - 20 January 2019

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 4 December 2018 to 20 January 2019

The Comedy of Errors: First Encounters

William Shakespeare

First Encounters with Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors is a twin-tastic 90 minutes of comic confusion and mistaken identity aimed at 7 to 13 year olds, but hugely entertaining whatever your age.
Young performers from across the country join a professional cast in this unique collaboration between the RSC, our Regional Theatre Partners and Associate Schools.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

19 - 27 October 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 19 to 27 October 2018

Don Quixote

Adapted by James Fenton from the novel by Miguel de Cervantes

After a lifetime of reading books on chivalry, Don Quixote takes up his sword and embarks on a quest of his own. Hopelessly unprepared and increasingly losing his grip on reality, his calamitous adventures seem further and further away from his books’ romantic ideal. Cervantes' comic novel is newly adapted for the stage by James Fenton and directed by Angus Jackson.

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Garrick Theatre

London

27 October 2018 - 2 February 2019

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Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 22 Jun
Public on 25 Jun

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London

From 27 October 2018 to 2 February 2019

The Duchess of Malfi

John Webster

In an attempt to prevent the fiercely independent Duchess from marrying the man she loves, her corrupt brothers go on a disturbing quest to destroy her. Remarkable for its inventive and grotesque violence, yet full of dark humour, this violent revenge tragedy asks how anyone can survive in a world where masculinity has become toxic.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 3 August 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 3 August 2018

IMPERIUM I: CONSPIRATOR

BASED ON THE CICERO TRILOGY BY ROBERT HARRIS ADAPTED BY MIKE POULTON

Mike Poulton turns his pen to the thrilling world of power politics in the ancient Rome of Robert Harris’ best-selling Cicero trilogy. Gregory Doran directs Richard McCabe in the epic title role.

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Gielgud Theatre

London

Until 8 September 2018

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London

Until 8 September 2018

IMPERIUM II: DICTATOR

BASED ON THE CICERO TRILOGY BY ROBERT HARRIS ADAPTED BY MIKE POULTON

Mike Poulton turns his pen to the thrilling world of power politics in the ancient Rome of Robert Harris’ best-selling Cicero trilogy. Gregory Doran directs Richard McCabe in the epic title role.

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Gielgud Theatre

London

Until 8 September 2018

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London

From 21 June to 8 September 2018

Macbeth

William Shakespeare

Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. Driven by their disturbing prophecies, he sets out on the path to murder. Shakespeare’s darkest psychological thriller marks both Christopher Eccleston’s RSC debut and the return of Niamh Cusack to the Company.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 18 September 2018

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Barbican

London

15 October 2018 - 18 January 2019

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon, London

Until 18 January 2019

Roald Dahl's

Matilda The Musical

Book: Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics: Tim Minchin

Matilda The Musical is the multi-award winning musical inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda The Musical tells the tale of an extraordinary girl who is determined to change her own story, even if it means being a little bit naughty...
Winner of over 85 international awards, including 16 for Best Musical, Matilda The Musical continues to delight audiences in London. Matilda began its first UK & Ireland Tour in March 2018.

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London

Cambridge Theatre
BOOKING UNTIL OCTOBER 2019

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UK & Ireland Tour

UNTIL AUGUST 2019

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London, Other venues

Now showing

The Merry Wives of Windsor

William Shakespeare

John Falstaff plans to hustle his way to a comfortable retirement by seducing the wives of two wealthy men. Unknown to him, it’s the women of Windsor who really pull the strings, orchestrating Falstaff’s comeuppance amidst a theatrical smorgasbord of petty rivalries, jealousies and over-inflated egos. For a fat Englishman, a Welshman and a Frenchman, the only way is Windsor…

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 August - 22 September 2018

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Barbican

London

7 December 2018 - 5 January 2019

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon, London

From 4 August 2018 to 5 January 2019

MISCHIEF FESTIVAL JUNE

AT THE OTHER PLACE

The Mischief Festival returns to The Other Place in 2018 with a double bill of new plays exploring truth, freedom and corruption; plus a very personal one-woman show.

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#WeAreArrested & Day of Living

Studio Theatre@The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 23 June 2018

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 23 June 2018

MISCHIEF FESTIVAL OCTOBER

David Edgar

David Edgar returns to the RSC with a new version of his award-winning 1983 play, Maydays plus three performances of his new one-person show, Trying It On.

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Maydays

Studio Theatre@The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

27 September - 20 October 2018

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Trying It On

Studio Theatre@The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

18 - 20 October 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 27 September to 20 October 2018

Miss Littlewood

Sam Kenyon

Joan Littlewood was the anarchic revolutionary of 20th century theatre. Born into poverty, she raged her way to have a lasting influence on British culture. This new musical of Joan Littlewood’s life story, told with her own uncompromising candour, reveals a mighty love story at its heart.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 June - 4 August 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 22 June to 4 August 2018

Romeo and Juliet

William Shakespeare

Set in a world very like our own, this Romeo and Juliet is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents. The most famous story of love at first sight explodes with intense passion and an irresistible desire for change, but leads all too quickly to heartbreaking consequences.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 21 September 2018

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Barbican

London

2 November 2018 - 19 January 2019

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On Tour

Various Venues
From 29 January 2019

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Stratford-upon-Avon, London, On Tour

Until 19 January 2019

Tamburlaine

Christopher Marlowe

One of the first big hits of the English stage, Tamburlaine is a portrait of power at its most charismatic and violent. Michael Boyd returns to the RSC for the first time since leaving as Artistic Director in 2012 to direct this ambitious epic.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

16 August - 1 December 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 16 August to 1 December 2018

Tartuffe

MOLIÈRE
A NEW VERSION BY ANIL GUPTA & RICHARD PINTO

A brand new version of Molière's provocative French classic, relocated to present-day Birmingham. BAFTA and Emmy award-winning writers, Anil Gupta and Richard Pinto (The Office,Goodness Gracious Me, The Kumars at No.42, Boomers) create a sparkling new satire set in the Pakistani Muslim community of Sparkhill.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

7 September 2018 - 23 February 2019

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 7 September 2018 to 23 February 2019

Timon of Athens

William Shakespeare

Poignant, funny and bitter, this a rare chance to see Shakespeare's most modern creation: a story of how the world moves from privilege to poverty with heart-breaking speed. Simon Godwin returns to direct Kathryn Hunter as Timon in Shakespeare’s sharp satire on wealth, greed and betrayal.

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Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

7 December 2018 - 22 February 2019

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 7 December 2018 to 22 February 2019

Troilus and Cressida

William Shakespeare

Troilus and Cressida swear they will always be true to one another. But in the seventh year of the siege of Troy their innocence is tested, and exposed to the savage corrupting influence of war, with tragic consequences. Virtuoso percussionist Evelyn Glennie collaborates with Artistic Director Gregory Doran to create a satirical futuristic vision of a world resounding with the rhythm of battle

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 October - 17 November 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

From 12 October to 17 November 2018

Events

Big Director's Weekend

Join us in Stratford-upon-Avon for an unforgettable theatre experience working with RSC directors and the theatre practitioners who support them. The Big Directors Weekend offers workshops, masterclasses and interviews, offering an insight into the rehearsal room processes and practices of the RSC and the directors who work there. Suitable for anyone who wants to develop their theatre directing skills.

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

30 June 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

30 June 2018

Bright Smoke: Bridget Minamore and Shruti Chauhan

7.30-9.30pm
Join some of the country’s top poets and performers for our free monthly poetry night at The Other Place. Internationally renowned writer, poet and journalist Bridget Minamore will be joined by emerging poet and performer Shutri Chauhan.
FREE, no booking required

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

13 September 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

13 September 2018

Bright Smoke: Harry Baker and Georgina Wilding

7.30-9.30pm
Join some of the country’s top poets and performers for our free monthly poetry night at The Other Place. World Poetry Slam champion and creator of the ‘Best Spoken Word show’ for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2015, Harry Baker will be joined by Nottingham’s first Young Poet Laureate, Georgina Wilding.
FREE, no booking required

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 July 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 July 2018

Bright Smoke: Inua Ellams and Malakaï Sargean

7.30-9.30pm
Join some of the country’s top poets and performers for our free monthly poetry night at The Other Place. Inua Ellams, poet, performer and playwright, well known for his sell out production The Barber Shop Chronicles for the National Theatre, will perform alongside emerging artist and alumni of the Barbican Young Poets collective, Malakaï Sargeant.
FREE, no booking required

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

8 November 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

8 November 2018

Various Theatre Groups

The Dell

Come and enjoy free open air theatre at The Dell, our outdoor stage in Avonbank Gardens, Stratford-upon-Avon.

Every weekend throughout June, July and August, you will find free performances of Shakespeare by professional companies, amateur theatre groups or schools and colleges.

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Much Ado About Nothing, The Stratford Shakespeare Company

30 June 2018

Nothing of Woman in Me

1 July 2018

A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Dormer House School

7 July 2018

As You Like It, Sun & Moon Theatre

8 July 2018

Much Ado About Nothing, Partners Rapt

14 July 2018

When There’s a Will There’s a Way, Stagecoach Kenilworth

21 July 2018

The Game’s Afoot, The Collective

22 July 2018

Twelfth Night, Gloucestershire Youth Players

28 July 2018

The Two Noble Kinsman, York Shakespeare Project

29 July 2018

The Taming of the Shrew

4 August 2018

King Lear, Everyman Youth Theatre

5 August 2018

Twelfth Night, Second Best Bed

11 August 2018

The Shakespeare Love Slam, Bloomin Arts

11 August 2018

Romeo and Juliet, Project Shakespeare

12 August 2018

Much Ado About Nothing, Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Group

18 August 2018

This Rough Magic, Shakespeare Live

19 August 2018

Othello and Much Ado About Nothing, BMH Productions

25 August 2018

Titus Andronicus, The Fool’s Men

26 August 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 30 June 2018

Director Talks

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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Writer & Director Talk: Miss Littlewood

2 July 2018

Director Talk: The Merry Wives of Windsor

13 August 2018

Director Talk: Tamburlaine

22 August 2018

Writer and Director Talk: Tartuffe

17 September 2018

Creative Team Talk: Maydays

1 October 2018

Director Talk: Troilus and Cressida

17 October 2018

Writer & Director Talk: A Christmas Carol

10 December 2018

Director Talk: Timon of Athens

12 December 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 2 July 2018

Dressing Up Box

Dress-up with a range of special props from the RSC Costume Store. The permanent dressing-up box is based on the ground floor of the theatre and is for all ages.

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Cloakroom, RST, Stratford-upon-Avon

All day, every day

Explorer Passes

Experience the very best of the Royal Shakespeare Company

Purchase one of our new Explorer Passes and enjoy the stunning views of Shakespeare’s home town from the top of the Tower; take a journey through 100 years of theatre-making secrets at our new exhibition, The Play’s The Thing; and explore the public and private areas of our buildings on a guided Theatre Tour all on one day.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

31 March 2019

Stratford-upon-Avon

31 March 2019

Live at the RSC: Awake, Arise

Join us at The Other Place for an evening of festive folk music. Five of the English folk scene’s most inventive artists come together for an unmissable one-off collaboration. Awake, Arise celebrates the richness of our winter traditions and the joy music and song brings, even in the darkest of seasons. The line-up comprises award-winning trio Lady Maisery, and the musical partnership of Jimmy Aldridge and Sid Goldsmith.

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Studio Theatre@The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

16 December 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

16 December 2018

Live at the RSC: Faustus

'One of Britain’s outstanding folk bands', Faustus, return to The Other Place for an evening of live music. The line-up brings together Benji Kirkpatrick, Saul Rose and Paul Sartin, three highly accomplished musicians, who between them have performed as part of Bellowhead, Seth Lakeman Band and the cast of War Horse (National Theatre).

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Studio Theatre@The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

17 November 2018

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

17 November 2018

Midsummer Dance Party

Join us for a free weekend of craft to create costumes and decorations, and free dance workshops to create a spectacular mass dance party, inspired by our current production of Romeo and Juliet.

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Prepare to party

23 June 2018

Midsummer Dance Party

24 June 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 23 June 2018

Morton Hall Open Gardens

Morton Hall’s owners are opening their gates to the public on two days this summer, with all the proceeds donated to the Stitch in Time Campaign. You are invited to explore eight acres of garden and park surrounding a late eighteenth century manor house with breath-taking views over the Vale of Evesham.

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Morton Hall Gardens

Redditch

30 June - 11 August 2018

BOOK TICKETS

UK venues

Selected dates, next: 30 June 2018

Play Cart

The Play Cart is full of fun activities for all ages to enjoy whilst visiting the theatre. From colouring to making masks, there's a new adventure to be made every time you come.

Riverside Cafe, RST, Stratford-upon-Avon

All day, every day

Play On

A new live music night featuring local musicians performing in the foyer of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s (RSC) studio theatre, The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon. Musicians, singers and songwriters will perform two 45-minute sets primarily of original music and representing a wide variety of genres. Performances will take place on the first Thursday of every month in Susie’s Bar at 7:30pm. Please see the below dates and times for further information.

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

5 July - 6 September 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 5 July 2018

Post Show Talk

Stay on after the performance for this discussion with members of the acting company. Find out more about the show you’ve just seen and ask the actors your questions.

The Post Show Talk is open to ticket holders for that day’s performance and entry is free with your show ticket. The Talk begins a few minutes after the performance ends, and lasts approx. 30 minutes.

Find out when the Post Show Talks are happening by clicking the Find Out More link.

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected Dates

Redefining Juliet

2.30pm,

A chance to see inside the creative engine room of The Other Place where the RSC explores new ideas and exciting theatrical opportunities. Being developed by Storme Toolis and Alice Knight, Redefining Juliet is a frank and feisty re-telling of the greatest love story of all time, casting six diverse Juliets: each owning the iconic Shakespearean heroine for themselves. Developed in collaboration with the RSC and the Barbican.

Tickets £5

This event contains strong language and adult themes.

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 June 2018

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 June 2018

RSC Friends Events

Join the RSC Friends for access to special events including Q&As with actors and directors, and overnight literary-themed trips, plus festive gatherings and celebrations to mark Shakespeare’s Birthday, and opportunities to volunteer and fundraise.

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RSC Friends: Niamh Cusack

17 August 2018

BOOK TICKETS

RSC Friends: Karen Fishwick and Bally Gill

24 August 2018

BOOK TICKETS

RSC Friends: Dresser Event

15 September 2018

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 17 August 2018

Summer Holiday Activities

Join us during the summer holidays for a variety of workshops and activities suitable for all the family.

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Play in a Day:13 - 14 years

24 July 2018

Blood Guts and Gore

25 July - 29 August 2018

Discover: Screen Printing Posters

25 July 2018

Drop-In Craft Workshop

26 July - 23 August 2018

Introduce: Theatre Games

31 July 2018

Discover: Theatre Games

31 July 2018

Explore: Directing

1 August 2018

The Play’s The Thing Drop-In Activity

2 - 30 August 2018

Kate's Storytree

3 - 10 August 2018

Play in a Day 9-10 years

7 August 2018

Explore: Movement

8 August 2018

Introduce: The Merry Wives of Windsor

14 August 2018

Discover: The Merry Wives of Windsor

14 August 2018

Discover: Animation

15 August 2018

Play in a Day: 11 - 12

21 August 2018

Discover: Speaking Shakespeare

22 August 2018

Explore: Voice

22 August 2018

Introduce: Timon of Athens

28 August 2018

Discover: Timon of Athens

28 August 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon, Other venues

Selected dates, next: 24 July 2018

Unwrapped

Our Unwrapped demonstrations offer a peek into the rehearsal room, with the Assistant Director and members of the cast, often our understudies, looking at one or two particular moments from the play. They give an insight into how a scene is taken off the page and onto the stage, with the actors and Assistant Director showing the type of exercises and discussion that took place during rehearsals.

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Unwrapped: Romeo and Juliet

30 June 2018

Unwrapped: Macbeth

7 July 2018

Unwrapped: The Duchess of Malfi

21 July 2018

Unwrapped: Tamburlaine

13 October 2018

Unwrapped: Troilus & Cressida

3 November 2018

Unwrapped: Tartuffe

10 November 2018

Unwrapped: Timon of Athens

2 February 2019

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 30 June 2018

Tours

Behind the Scenes Tours

These guided tours explore both the public and private areas of the theatre. You will learn about origins of the RSC and its theatres in Stratford, as well as exploring a production in more depth to learn about the theatre making process.

We have a wide range of tours available including exclusive packages for groups on selected dates throughout the year. Why not combine your group tour with morning coffee, cream tea or a trip up the tower?
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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

24 June 2018 - 3 February 2019

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Available on selected dates

From Page to Stage Tours

The Other Place is the RSC’s engine room, home to our new studio theatre, rehearsal rooms and costume store. It's the place we rehearse, perform new writing, and undertake research and development for our new productions.

This fascinating new tour will take you on a journey from page to stage, following our actors and directors from the first day of rehearsals to the first performance. You'll discover how they use costumes and props in rehearsals to inform character development and get to look inside our store of over 30,000 costumes.

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The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

25 June - 30 August 2018

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Available on selected dates

Front of House Tours

Tour the Front of House areas of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and journey from the beginnings of the theatre in 1879 to the modern day. Hear behind the scenes secrets such as how costumes are made and effects are achieved.

We have a wide range of tours available including exclusive packages for groups on selected dates throughout the year. Why not combine your group tour with morning coffee, cream tea or a trip up the tower?
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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 6 October 2018

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Available on selected dates

Touch Tours: Stratford

Touch Tours are offered to visually impaired patrons attending an audio described performance on the same day.

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Touch Tours: Stratford

7 July 2018 - 16 February 2019

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Touch Tours: Barbican

14 November - 18 December 2018

Stratford-upon-Avon

Available on selected dates

Tower Visit

Rising 36 metres above the River Avon, the Tower offers an iconic anchor for our theatres while providing fantastic views of Shakespeare's home town.

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Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 4 October 2018

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Available on selected dates

Exhibitions

For all time

For all time is a major artwork commission for the historic Swan Wing, by Brighton-based artist and designer Steven Follen.

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Every day

MAD KING FAT KNIGHT

For the first time, we are hosting an exhibition of the works of art created by RSC Honorary Associate Artist Antony Sher.

Performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company for over 35 years, Sher has taken inspiration from the rehearsal room and on-stage performances, creating a captivating account of his experiences through compelling artwork.

With large scale oil paintings, drawings and doodles, the display of over 40 works of art offers a fascinating peek into the theatrical process, giving an insight into Sher’s preparation for two of his most memorable roles – Sir John Falstaff (Henry IV) and King Lear.

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PACCAR ROOM, ROYAL SHAKESPEARE THEATRE

FROM 19 MAY TO 23 SEPTEMBER 2018

My RSC Gallery

Discover the winning entries of the My RSC Gallery art competition hidden in the walls of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, created by schools, RSC staff, actors and members of the public.

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Stratford-upon-Avon

Every day

Open 7 days a week

The Play's The Thing

Exhibition

Experience the magic of Shakespeare on stage at our new family friendly exhibition. Full of treasures and jam packed with things to do, The Play’s The Thing reveals the secrets and stories from over 100 years of theatre making in Stratford-upon-Avon.

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Swan Cafe, Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Every day