Shakespeare
Damian Lewis and Tony Robinson to read Shakespeare’s writings at London show
The stars have a connection to Shakespeare’s work and to the theatre.
Dame Judi Dench on why she feels Shakespeare’s work has endured
The Oscar-winning actress has played a host of role in the Bard’s plays across the years including Lady Macbeth and Cleopatra.
Judi Dench and Helen Mirren to feature in BBC Shakespeare documentary
A season on the playwright will also include archive performances and newly filmed introductions from stars such as David Tennant.
Shakespeare plays restricted in Florida schools due to ‘sexual content’
Florida’s new legislation limits classroom materials that ‘contain pornography or obscene depictions of sexual conduct’.
Charles and Camilla treated to Shakespeare performances at Windsor Castle event
Celebrations are being staged this year to mark the 400th anniversary of the first printed edition of Shakespeare’s collection of plays.
Author hails Baillie Gifford winner of winners prize as ‘crowning achievement’
James Shapiro said it was ‘incredibly rewarding’ to have written a book that ‘stands the test of time’ after claiming the prestigious accolade.
Book about Shakespeare’s pivotal year named Baillie Gifford winner of winners
The annual literary prize is marking its 25th anniversary by selecting the best of its 24 previous winners.
Museum of Shakespeare exploring London’s first theatreland announced
The museum promises to transport visitors into the culture of Elizabethan London and the life, inspirations and creative process of Shakespeare.
First printed edition of Shakespeare’s plays to go on display
The First Folio will go on display at London’s Guildhall Library for its 400th anniversary.
Judi Dench voices trailer for Camilla’s first Reading Room literary festival
The Queen Consort’scharity will hold its one-day event at Hampton Court Palace in June.