Free, fun drop-in sessions for all the family, no need to book.

All sessions take place in the Welcome Space, Level 2, Royal Shakespeare Theatre.

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HOW TO MAKE COSTUME ACCESSORIES

Join us to learn how to make your very own costume accessories, using recycled fabrics and materials from the RSC stage. Taking inspiration from our many designs,  you'll make your own creation to play with at home. 

Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by their parent/carer.

Tuesday 27 May
10am - midday

FREE


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COSTUME QUICK CHANGE

Our actors often make very quick costume changes - come and have a go! Try on costumes and learn how to change into a new one as quickly as possible with behind-the-scenes tips and tricks - can you set the fastest time? 

Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by their parent/carer.

Tuesday 27 May
2 - 5pm

FREE


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SENSORY STAY AND PLAY: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

Explore the worlds of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in these free drop-in stay and play sessions. Through textures, sounds and smells, you will explore and imagine you are in the woods of this enchanting play.

Suitable for ages 0-4 years. Children must be accompanied by their parent/carer.

Thursday 29 May
10am - midday, and 2pm - 4pm

FREE


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PLAYFUL SHAKESPEARE

Join us on the hour, for an hour, to play with a scene from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Using rehearsal games and props, you'll work together to become your very own company of actors.  

11am – Act 1: Become the King and Queen of the fairies  
12pm – Act 2: Get lost in the woods with four friends 
2pm – Act 3: Everyone is reunited – time for a party 
3pm – Act 4: Create the play within a play, as the Mechanicals 

Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. 

Friday 30 May

FREE


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SHARING SHAKESPEARE

Come back and share what you’ve made during the week. Join us to celebrate your creations and bring together the amazing playful and imaginative work from throughout the week. Anyone who has taken part in an activity or workshop is welcome to return with their parents/carer.

Friday 30 May
4 - 5pm

FREE