Hear from leading academics, actors, directors and RSC staff about Shakespeare, theatre and the shows on our stages.
ABOUT THE SUMMER SCHOOL
The 79th RSC Summer School will take place from 24 to 27 August 2026.
Join us for a four-day programme with leading academics, actors, directors and RSC staff about Shakespeare, theatre and the shows on our stages in the 2026/27 season.
Sessions this year include the legacy of the RSC’s first female director Buzz Goodbody and the 50th anniversary of David Edgar’s play Destiny which premiered at the RSC’s The Other Place.
If you have an enquiry about the Summer School please contact learning@rsc.org.uk
Tickets
Join us for the week, just for a day, or for a single session. Day tickets will go on sale in 2026, Session tickets are only available to purchase on the day of the session.
Book now for the week for £220.
BOOK TICKETS
Performances
We recommend seeing the productions that will be explored during the week but you can also enjoy our varied programme of events if you have not seen the productions.
You can watch the shows in our summer repertoire at anytime prior to the Summer School or during the week. Many Summer School attendees will watch Game of Thrones: The Mad King on Monday 24 August, The Cherry Orchard on Tuesday 25 August, and A Midsummer Night's Dream on Wednesday 26 August (5pm).
Due to the popularity of some of the titles we advise that you book as early as possible and for sold out performances please check back for returns.
Any enquires please contact learning@rsc.org.uk
The RSC Summer School is delivered in collaboration with The Shakespeare Institute, University of Birmingham.
The work of the RSC Creative Learning and Engagement team is supported by Paul Hamlyn Foundation, GRoW @ Annenberg, The Polonsky Foundation, The Thompson Family Charitable Trust and other generous supporters.
