The Shakespeare Collection

In an unstable African republic, Hamlet’s mortality takes on new meaning in this formidable and vibrant ensemble with Paapa Essiedu as the Prince.

Simon Russell Beale as Prospero in Shakespeare's exploration of love, loss, betrayal, and redemption — conjuring a storm and a reckoning.

Christopher Plummer leads a visually thrilling "Tempest" that balances revenge, forgiveness, and a dash of theatrical magic.

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.

Angus Jackson’s acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s tragedy for the RSC provides thrilling insight into the world of political upheaval, ambition, and revenge.

One of Shakespeare’s most romantic comedies gets an Edwardian makeover in this visually striking production capturing the decadence of 1890s London.

William Shakespeare’s Sonnets are among the most beautiful and most fascinating poems ever written.

Sit in on a Shakespeare masterclass hosted by renowned theater director Sir Trevor Nunn featuring Dame Judi Dench, Roger Allam, and more.

Experience the RSC’s 2013 production of Richard II, starring David Tennant.

Gregory Doran’s acclaimed production of Henry V for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Experience the RSC’s 2013 production of Richard II, starring David Tennant.

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

King Henry's health is failing as a second rebellion against his reign threatens to surface.

Billy Howle performs Hamlet's famous ''to be or not to be.'' soliloquy.

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.

Poignant, funny and bitter, Shakespeare’s dark satire forces us to question where happiness really lies.

Christopher Ecclestone (Doctor Who) marked his Royal Shakespeare Company debut in Shakespeare’s thriller, Macbeth.

Bally Gill and Karen Fishwick embody the star-crossed lovers in the famous Balcony Scene from Romeo and Juliet.

Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare’s most famous love story, has never been so moving than the RSC’s 2018 production.

Dr.Who's Chrisopher Eccleston delivers Macbeth's famous Act 5 soliloquy in a Royal Shakespeare Company production of Macbeth.

Mark Antony has it all following Caesar's assassination - power, glory, and a whole empire.

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.

Britain is in crisis. Alienated, insular and on the brink of disaster. Can it be saved?

James Corrignan performs Mark Antony's famous speech, '' Friends, Romans, Countrymen,'' from Julius Caesar.

Titus has returned from a brutal 10-year war having lost 21 sons in battle and been betrayed by his nation.

Iqbal Khan’s modernized production of Shakespeare’s Othello for the RSC stars Hugh Quarshie and Lucian Msamati.

In an unstable African republic, Hamlet’s mortality takes on new meaning in this formidable and vibrant ensemble with Paapa Essiedu as the Prince.

Angus Jackson’s acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s tragedy for the RSC provides thrilling insight into the world of political upheaval, ambition, and revenge.

Joanna Vanderham captures Desdemona's desperation in this heart-wrenching scene from Othello.

Phillip Breen's hilarious production of The Comedy of Errors, set in the 1980s, with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Shakespeare’s riotous comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor, performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

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.

The RSC’s 2019 production of As You Like It, Shakespeare’s tale of love, lust and mistaken identity.

The RSC offers a fresh perspective of The Taming of the Shrew, flipping the setting to an old England where women rule.

One of Shakespeare’s most romantic comedies gets an Edwardian makeover in this visually striking production capturing the decadence of 1890s London.

Dinita Gohil performs Viola's famous ''I left no ring with her'' monologue from the Royal Shakespeare Company's 2017 production of ''Twelfth Night.''

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.

Valentine and Proteus are best friends until they fall in love with the same girl - the Duke's daughter Silvia.

A group of soldiers returns from the trenches. The worldweary Benedick and his friend Claudio find themselves reacquainted with Beatrice and Hero.

Love Labour’s Lost is one of Shakespeare’s lightest comedies, and this RSC production is visually sumptuous and accessible.

Simon Russell Beale as Prospero in Shakespeare's exploration of love, loss, betrayal, and redemption — conjuring a storm and a reckoning.

Sir Simon Russell Beale performs Prospero's famous speech, '' Our Revels now are ended,'' from The Tempest.

Globe Theatre presents William Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost. Visual humour and sexual innuendo leap off the stage in this wonderful production.

The Globe Theatre presents William Shakespeare's As You Like It. Naomi Frederick shines as feisty Rosalind in this irresistible romantic comedy.

Discover how Shakespeare's plays have evolved and why they are still beloved some 400 years on.

Cush Jumbo and David Tennant talk Shakespeare, first roles, favorite characters, and the fun side of the theater.

Witness the creative process up close as the Royal Shakespeare Company reimagines a classic for modern times.

Two young actors embark on a road trip to get to the heart of the world’s greatest storyteller, William Shakespeare.

Join acclaimed Shakespeare director Trevor Nunn for an intimate Shakespeare Master Class joined Dame Judi Dench, Roger Allam, and more.

Part three of Sir Trevor Nunn’s Shakespeare masterclass featuring Dame Judi Dench, Roger Allam, and more.

The final installation of Sir Trevor Nunn’s Shakespeare masterclass featuring Dame Judi Dench, Roger Allam, and more.

Part two of Sir Trevor Nunn’s Shakespeare masterclass featuring Dame Judi Dench, Roger Allam, and more.

Sit in on a Shakespeare masterclass hosted by renowned theater director Sir Trevor Nunn featuring Dame Judi Dench, Roger Allam, and more.

RSC actors Josette Simon (Cleopatra), Antony Byrne (Antony), and Ben Allen (Octavius Caesar) discuss their roles in Antony and Cleopatra.

Christopher Ecclestone (Doctor Who) marked his Royal Shakespeare Company debut in Shakespeare’s thriller, Macbeth.

Globe Theatre presents William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Dromgoole's intimate production draws you into the star-cross'd lovers' doomed romance.

One of Shakespeare’s most romantic comedies gets an Edwardian makeover in this visually striking production capturing the decadence of 1890s London.

Kit Harington (Game of Thrones) plays the title role in Shakespeare's epic story of nationalism, war, and the intricate dance of power in Henry V.

Ralph Fiennes prowls a war-torn Macbeth, where prophecy breeds paranoia. Simon Godwin's cameras capture a descent into madness.

Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare’s most famous love story, has never been so moving than the RSC’s 2018 production.

Gregory Doran's thrilling production of Shakespeare's Richard III with the Royal Shakespeare Company featuring Arthur Hughes.

Angus Jackson’s acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s tragedy for the RSC provides thrilling insight into the world of political upheaval, ambition, and revenge.

Sonnets 1 - 51. Decay, procreation, and the fair youth are poetically brought to life by an A-list cast including David Tennant and Fiona Shaw.

Phillip Breen's hilarious production of The Comedy of Errors, set in the 1980s, with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Iqbal Khan’s modernized production of Shakespeare’s Othello for the RSC stars Hugh Quarshie and Lucian Msamati.

Director Erica Whyman transforms Shakespeare's emotionally charged play into a dystopian drama filled with The Handmaid's Tale-like horrors.

The Royal Shakespeare’s 2016 production of Shakespeare’s King Lear, starring the late Sir Antony Sher.

The RSC’s 2019 production of As You Like It, Shakespeare’s tale of love, lust and mistaken identity.

The RSC offers a fresh perspective of The Taming of the Shrew, flipping the setting to an old England where women rule.

Experience the RSC’s 2013 production of Richard II, starring David Tennant.

Will the course of true love still run smooth in Russell T Davies’ fresh adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream?

Dr.Who's Chrisopher Eccleston delivers Macbeth's famous Act 5 soliloquy in a Royal Shakespeare Company production of Macbeth.

Power, betrayal, and love collide in Africa in this reinvigorated Shakespearean classic.

The Globe Theatre presents William Shakespeare's As You Like It. Naomi Frederick shines as feisty Rosalind in this irresistible romantic comedy.

The Royal Shakespeare Company's fresh and vibrant contemporary restaging of Shakespeare's dark comedy, directed by Blanche McIntyre.

Haunted by grief, and with his world spinning violently out of control, Hamlet has to make some decisions: forget or remember; live or die.

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.

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.

Shakespeare’s riotous comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor, performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Christopher Plummer leads a visually thrilling "Tempest" that balances revenge, forgiveness, and a dash of theatrical magic.

A group of soldiers returns from the trenches. The worldweary Benedick and his friend Claudio find themselves reacquainted with Beatrice and Hero.

Witty, romantic, and razor-sharp, Maev Beaty and Graham Abbey shine in Shakespeare's timeless Rom-Com.

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.

Titus has returned from a brutal 10-year war having lost 21 sons in battle and been betrayed by his nation.

Love Labour’s Lost is one of Shakespeare’s lightest comedies, and this RSC production is visually sumptuous and accessible.

Britain is in crisis. Alienated, insular and on the brink of disaster. Can it be saved?

Gregory Doran’s acclaimed production of Henry V for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Globe Theatre presents William Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost. Visual humour and sexual innuendo leap off the stage in this wonderful production.

Valentine and Proteus are best friends until they fall in love with the same girl - the Duke's daughter Silvia.

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.

Mark Antony has it all following Caesar's assassination - power, glory, and a whole empire.

Shakespeare’s rarely performed tale of a nation in turmoil vibrates with modern resonance in this vivid new production by Director Eleanor Rhode.

Paapa Essiedu performs Hamlet's famous ''To be or not to be,'' soliloquy.

King Henry's health is failing as a second rebellion against his reign threatens to surface.

Experience the Royal Shakespeare Company's five-star production of Henry VI Part Two directed by Owen Horsley.

Shakespeare's sonnets reimagined in modern settings, performed with raw intensity by a new generation of actors.

Othello's slow erosion reveals what happens when power and doubt are handed to the wrong man.

Bally Gill and Karen Fishwick embody the star-crossed lovers in the famous Balcony Scene from Romeo and Juliet.

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.

Dive into the final chapter of the Royal Shakespeare Company's gripping Henry VI trilogy, directed by Owen Horsely.

Poignant, funny and bitter, Shakespeare’s dark satire forces us to question where happiness really lies.

Joanna Vanderham captures Desdemona's desperation in this heart-wrenching scene from Othello.

James Corrignan performs Mark Antony's famous speech, '' Friends, Romans, Countrymen,'' from Julius Caesar.

Sonnets 52 - 103. The Bard bares his soul in sonnets of jealousy and longing, as read by Britain's finest stage actors.

Sonnets 104-154. Betrayal and dark desires ignite Shakespeare's final sonnets. Let a stellar cast of stage actors be your guide.