What's on?
In addition to Shakespeare and the plays of the Royal Shakespeare Company, there is a variety of additional events and attractions on offer throughout the year to enthral, divert and distract visitors and townsfolk alike.
Upcoming events in Stratford-upon-Avon
As You Like It
Thu 25th July, 7.15pm
Come into the forest; dare to change your state of mind… Director Kimberley Sykes directs a riotous, exhilarating version of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy.
Venue: Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres
Venice Preserved
Thu 25th July, 7.30pm
A fast-paced version of this Restoration tragedy, directed by Prasanna Puwanarajah.
Venue: Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres
Summer Holiday Family Activities at the British Motor Museum
Fri 26th July, 10.00am
This summer explore the Museum’s new exhibition The Car. The Future. Me. and enjoy a selection of futuristic themed family activities.
The Taming of the Shrew
Fri 26th July, 7.15pm
We turn Shakespeare’s fierce, energetic comedy of gender and materialism on its head to offer a fresh perspective on its portrayal of hierarchy and power, directed by Justin Audibert.
Venue: Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres
Venice Preserved
Fri 26th July, 7.30pm
A fast-paced version of this Restoration tragedy, directed by Prasanna Puwanarajah.
Venue: Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres
Measure for Measure
Sat 27th July, 1.15pm
Shakespeare wrote this play in the early 1600s, yet it remains astonishingly resonant today. Artistic Director Gregory Doran directs this new production.
Venue: Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres
Venice Preserved
Sat 27th July, 1.30pm
A fast-paced version of this Restoration tragedy, directed by Prasanna Puwanarajah.
Venue: Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres