Mischievous fairies weave a web of confusion for four young lovers in the Royal Shakespeare Company's "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Located in Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) stands as one of Britain’s most esteemed theater companies.
Founded by Peter Hall in 1961, the RSC is driven by the belief that Shakespeare's works should be accessible to everyone. The company not only stages Shakespeare’s plays and those of his contemporaries but also commissions new works from contemporary writers. Over the years, it has been home to some of the theater world’s most celebrated actors and directors, including Dame Judi Dench, Sir Ian McKellen, David Tennant, Sir Trevor Nunn, and Gregory Doran. From timeless stagings of Shakespearean classics to inventive re-imaginings the RSC continually brings innovative and accessible productions to audiences worldwide.
Mischievous fairies weave a web of confusion for four young lovers in the Royal Shakespeare Company's "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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In an unstable African republic, Hamlet’s mortality takes on new meaning in this formidable and vibrant ensemble with Paapa Essiedu as the Prince.
Hamlet
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The RSC offers a fresh perspective of The Taming of the Shrew, flipping the setting to an old England where women rule.
The Taming of the Shrew
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The RSC’s 2019 production of As You Like It, Shakespeare’s tale of love, lust and mistaken identity.
As You Like It
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Richard's vanity threatens to divide the great houses of England and drag his people into a dynastic civil war that will last 100 years
Richard II
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Vienna is teeming with brothels and loose morality, but the Duke doesn't want to clean up the city. He departs leaving his deputy, Angelo, in charge.
Measure for Measure
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Poignant, funny and bitter, Shakespeare’s dark satire forces us to question where happiness really lies.
Timon of Athens
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Christopher Ecclestone (Doctor Who) marked his Royal Shakespeare Company debut in Shakespeare’s thriller, Macbeth.
Macbeth
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Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare’s most famous love story, has never been so moving than the RSC’s 2018 production.
Romeo and Juliet
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One of Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedies gets an Edwardian makeover in this visually striking production capturing the decadence of 1890s London.
Twelfth Night
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Experience the RSC’s 2013 production of Richard II, starring David Tennant.
Henry IV, Part 1
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King Henry's health is failing as a second rebellion against his reign threatens to surface.
Henry IV, Part 2
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Gregory Doran’s acclaimed production of Henry V for the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Henry V
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Caius Martius Coriolanus is a fearless soldier but a reluctant leader. He struggles to change his nature and do what is required to achieve greatness.
Coriolanus
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The Royal Shakespeare’s 2016 production of Shakespeare’s King Lear, starring the late Sir Antony Sher.
King Lear
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Sir Simon Russell Beale CBE as Prospero takes revenge on his brother after conjuring a storm and causing a shipwreck in Shakespeare’s powerful exploration of love, loss, betrayal, and redemption.
The Tempest
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Iqbal Khan’s modernized production of Shakespeare’s Othello for the RSC stars Hugh Quarshie and Lucian Msamati.
Othello
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Valentine and Proteus are best friends until they fall in love with the same girl - the Duke's daughter Silvia.
Two Gentlemen of Verona
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A rich merchant, Antonio is depressed for no good reason, until his good friend Bassanio comes to tell him how he's in love with Portia.
The Merchant of Venice
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Britain is in crisis. Alienated, insular and on the brink of disaster. Can it be saved?
Cymbeline
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Titus has returned from a brutal 10-year war having lost 21 sons in battle and been betrayed by his nation.
Titus Andronicus
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Mark Antony has it all following Caesar's assassination - power, glory, and a whole empire.
Antony and Cleopatra
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Shakespeare’s rarely performed tale of a nation in turmoil vibrates with modern resonance in this vivid new production by Director Eleanor Rhode.
King John
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Shakespeare’s riotous comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor, performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company.
The Merry Wives of Windsor
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In the seventh year of the siege of Troy Troilus and Cressida's innocence is exposed to the corrupting influence of war, with tragic consequences.
Troilus and Cressida
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Angus Jackson’s acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s tragedy for the RSC provides thrilling insight into the world of political upheaval, ambition, and revenge.
Julius Caesar
Royal Shakespeare Company
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Director Erica Whyman transforms Shakespeare's emotionally charged play into a dystopian drama filled with The Handmaid's Tale-like horrors.
The Winter's Tale
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Love Labour’s Lost is one of Shakespeare’s lightest comedies, and this RSC production is visually sumptuous and accessible.
Love's Labour's Lost
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A group of soldiers returns from the trenches. The worldweary Benedick and his friend Claudio find themselves reacquainted with Beatrice and Hero.
Love's Labours Won
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Phillip Breen's hilarious production of The Comedy of Errors, set in the 1980s, with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
The Comedy of Errors
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The Royal Shakespeare Company's fresh and vibrant contemporary restaging of Shakespeare's dark comedy, directed by Blanche McIntyre.
All's Well That Ends Well
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Step behind the scenes and become a part of The Royal Shakespeare Company with exclusive access to the open rehearsal for their production of Henry VI: Part One.
Henry VI - Part I: Open Rehearsal Project
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Dive into the final chapter of the Royal Shakespeare Company's gripping Henry VI trilogy, directed by Owen Horsely.
Henry VI - Part III: Wars of the Roses
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Experience the Royal Shakespeare Company's five-star production of Henry VI Part Two directed by Owen Horsley.
Henry VI - Part II: Rebellion
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Gregory Doran's thrilling production of Shakespeare's Richard III with the Royal Shakespeare Company featuring Arthur Hughes.
Richard III
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Titus has returned from a brutal 10-year war having lost 21 sons in battle and been betrayed by his nation.
Titus Andronicus
Royal Shakespeare Company
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Mark Antony has it all following Caesar's assassination - power, glory, and a whole empire.
Antony and Cleopatra
Royal Shakespeare Company
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