What's On and Book Tickets | Royal Shakespeare Company

Search What's On

Grid View

Calendar View

Performances

A CO-PRODUCTION WITH GOOD CHANCE

Kyoto

BY JOE MURPHY AND JOE ROBERTSON
A GOOD CHANCE COMMISSION

From the writers and directors of the universally-acclaimed The Jungle comes this timely and fast-paced political thriller placing you right at the heart of the historic 1997 Kyoto climate summit.

Global in scale and personal at heart, Kyoto is the breathless, gripping tale of a moment when finally, the impossible seemed possible.

Find out more

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 13 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 13 July 2024

The School for Scandal

BY RICHARD BRINSLEY SHERIDAN

‘There’s no possibility of being witty without a little ill nature.’

After Shakespeare but long before Bridgerton, there was The School for Scandal, Sheridan’s brilliantly biting comedy of manners in five acts. This new production — styled to the nines with period flair — promises an exuberant feast of big wigs and even bigger laughs.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

2 July - 6 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 2 July to 6 September 2024

The Merry Wives of Windsor

William Shakespeare

Curtains are twitching and tongues are wagging in this fresh new production of Shakespeare’s suburban comedy.

Lies! Jealousy! Dirty laundry! The Merry Wives of Windsor is an uproarious tale of mischief and double-dealing where the women get the last laugh. What goes on at Number 22 is absolutely everybody’s business.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 July - 7 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 12 July to 7 September 2024

As You Like It

William Shakespeare

‘No sooner met but they looked; no sooner looked but they loved’

Feel the wind through the trees of the Forest of Arden as you enjoy As You Like It in our outdoor venue The Garden Theatre. At just 1 hour 15 minutes long, this edited version is a great first introduction to Shakespeare.

Find out more

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

18 July - 1 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 18 July to 1 September 2024

Pericles

William Shakespeare

When Prince Pericles solves a riddle set by the King, he knows the answer could get him killed. Fleeing for safety, he finds himself swept away on an epic voyage that will see him battle princes, marry his true love and become a father. But this is also a journey of storms and shipwrecks, abduction and devastating loss.

Find out more

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

26 July - 21 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 26 July to 21 September 2024

Next Generation: The Two Gentlemen of Verona

William Shakespeare

One friend wants to see the world, whilst the other stays home: for a girl. Reunited in Milan, one will forget his love and betray the other - in the name of love, or jealousy.

A fresh approach to Shakespeare’s romantic comedy - where first loves, betrayal and a dog, all collide in music and mayhem, created by our Next Generation company.

Find out more

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 - 24 August 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 22 to 24 August 2024

NORTHERN BALLET

Romeo & Juliet

MUSIC BY SERGEI PROKOFIEV

With glorious dancers, eye-catching sets and Prokofiev’s timeless music this is ballet at its most dramatic, romantic and intense.

Every leap, every turn, every heartbeat breathes new life into Shakespeare’s masterpiece.

Don’t miss this chance to see ballet on our main stage for the first time in decades.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

19 - 28 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 19 to 28 September 2024

The New Real

David Edgar

Rachel, a stellar American political strategist, and Caro, her British data whizz, have been hired to fight a ferocious election, in a place where it’s hard to tell what’s real and what’s fake. When Rachel’s former political partner Larry rocks up on the rival side, their showdown threatens to change global politics, from Warsaw to Wisconsin. Forever.

Find out more

The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

3 October - 2 November 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 3 October to 2 November 2024

Othello

William Shakespeare

'Men should be what they seem.'

Jealousy kills.

Othello is at the peak of his powers: not only Venice’s greatest general, but now husband to the noble and beautiful Desdemona. But he does not know that in passing over his servant Iago for promotion, he has created a deadly – and brilliant – enemy.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

11 October - 23 November 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 11 October to 23 November 2024

The Red Shoes

Nancy Harris

When an orphaned young woman is taken in by some local do-gooders, she is expected to be seen and not heard. Dazzled by a pair of beautiful shoes, she sees the chance to do and be so much more, but soon her feet betray her, taking her to places she does not wish to go.

Find out more

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

7 November 2024 - 19 January 2025

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 7 November 2024 to 19 January 2025

Twelfth Night

William Shakespeare

A woman survives a shipwreck and washes up on an unknown shore. Alone and bereaved of her twin brother, she embarks on a secret new life as a go-between for two people in the extremity of love and grief. Caught up in the ensuing love triangle she experiences the chaos and humanity of unexpected love.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

5 December 2024 - 18 January 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 5 December 2024 to 18 January 2025

Hamlet

William Shakespeare

‘Drown the stage with tears.’

When Hamlet’s dead father appears to him one night, he signals murder, not madness.

Hamlet’s mother has married his uncle, and at a less than decent interval too. As he pulls at the threads of his not-so-happy new family, Hamlet unravels a web of deceit and immorality that leads to the ultimate crisis of conscience.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

8 February - 29 March 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 8 February to 29 March 2025

Edward II

Christopher Marlowe

The King is dead, long live the King. And his boyfriend. When Edward II insists on ruling with the man he loves by his side, the Palace refuses. The establishment conspires to restore the natural order, plunging the country into a civil war and threatening the very existence of the monarchy.

Better a dead king than a gay king.

Find out more

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

21 February - 5 April 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

From 21 February to 5 April 2025

Events

The Play's The Thing

Visit our free exhibition and discover the stories behind the ever-changing world of the RSC.

Take the chance to see a First Folio from 1623, costumes worn by Ian McKellen and Alex Kingston or have a go at our quick change challenge and other interactive exhibits.

Open Daily

Find out more

Stratford-upon-Avon

Now Open

Kyoto Conference

A programme of public events exploring the themes of Kyoto; the messiness of agreement, negotiation and hope.

Find out more

The Future for Beginners

Clore Learning Centre

Stratford-upon-Avon

5 - 6 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Kyoto Conference: Panel Discussion

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Kyoto Conference: The People's Assembly

The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 5 July 2024

RSC Friends Events

FRIENDS EVENTS – JOIN TODAY

Join the RSC Friends for access to special events including Q&As with actors and directors, and overnight literary-themed trips, plus festive gatherings and celebrations to mark Shakespeare’s Birthday, and opportunities to volunteer and fundraise.

Find out more

In Conversation: Alison Tanqueray

Stratford Methodist Church

Stratford-upon-Avon

5 July 2024

Booking is now open for RSC Friends - login or join now to book tickets..

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

5 July 2024

Director Talks

We offer talks with members of each production's creative team, revealing some of the influences and decisions that have created the production. From rehearsal room processes and design choices, to characterisation and relationships this is a fascinating insight into the creative process.

Find out more

Director Talk: The School for Scandal

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

8 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Director Talk: Pericles

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Creative Team Talk: The New Real

The Other Place

Stratford-upon-Avon

9 October 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Director Talk: Othello

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

21 October 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Creative Team Talk: The Red Shoes

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

13 November 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Director Talk: Twelfth Night

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

11 December 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Director Talk: Hamlet

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

17 February 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Director Talk: Edward II

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 March 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 8 July 2024

Open Stage

We're throwing open the Holloway Garden Theatre for a season of work created by community and youth groups. Come and enjoy a mix of free performances, workshops and stories on weekends from Saturday 20 July – Sunday 1 September.

Find out more

The Tempest, Silhouette Youth

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

20 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Star Crossed Fools

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

21 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Family Workshop by SPRUNG YOUTH

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

27 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

The Beginning, Sprung Advance by SPRUNG YOUTH

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

27 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Ages and Stages and New Vic

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

28 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Lucy Parrott Writing Workshops

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

3 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Not This Tide! Pegasus

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

4 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Family Craft Workshop

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

10 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

The Tempest, Lying Lips

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

10 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Just Be You, by Mobilise Arts

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

11 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

The Wedding of Touchstone

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

17 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Twisted Tales, Box House

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

18 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Actors in Search of a Bard

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

25 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

All the Worlds

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

31 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Shakespeare's Cymbeline

The Holloway Garden Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

1 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 20 July 2024

Summer Activities

Visit the RSC this summer to experience activities, art installations, exhibitions and outdoor theatre to suit every age.

Find out more

Create Your Own Glasshouse

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

30 - 31 July 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Speaking Shakespeare Age 6-8

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

1 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Speaking Shakespeare Ages 9-11

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

1 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Conductive Composition Workshop

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Setting Scenes: Ages 6-8

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

7 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Setting Scenes: Ages 9-11

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

7 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 30 July 2024

77th RSC Summer School

The 77th RSC Summer School will run from 12 - 16 August 2024 in Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover more about Shakespeare's plays, the 24/25 Season and the work of the RSC during a week of talks and workshops with actors, creatives and leading academics. All educators, theatre lovers and Shakespeare enthusiasts are welcome.

Find out more

77th RSC Summer School

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 August 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 August 2024

An Evening with Simon Russell Beale

Playing Shakespeare & Other Stories
Spend an evening with Olivier Award winning actor Sir Simon Russell Beale as he delves into his life and career to celebrate his new memoir, A Piece of Work. Was Shakespeare an instinctive ‘conservative’ or, rather, gently subversive? How collaborative was he? Did he add a line to Hamlet in order to accommodate his ageing and increasingly chubby principal actor, Richard Burbage? Did he suffer from insomnia and experience sexual jealousy?
In conversation with a special guest, Simon will share what it's like to approach and live with some
of Shakespeare’s most famous characters. Drawing on the range of his experiences as a man who has played many parts - from his early days as Desdemona in a school production of Othello, to the title roles in Hamlet and Macbeth, as well as his on-screen highlights in films such as The Death of Stalin

Simon will share stories about where he finds his inspiration and divulges some surprising sources. He’ll also share funny and touching anecdotes from his friends, including Sam Mendes, Nick Hytner, Stephen Sondheim and Lauren Bacall. Come ready to savour a night with one of the finest actors of his generation.

Top Price tickets come with a signed hardback copy of ‘A Piece of Work’ (RRP £25)

An Evening with Simon Russell Beale

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

1 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

1 September 2024

Unwrapped

Our Unwrapped demonstrations offer a peek into the rehearsal room, with the Assistant Director and members of the cast, often our understudies, looking at one or two particular moments from the play. They give an insight into how a scene is taken off the page and onto the stage, with the actors and Assistant Director showing the type of exercises and discussion that took place during rehearsals.

Find out more

Unwrapped: Pericles

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

7 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Unwrapped: Othello

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

9 November 2024

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Unwrapped: Twelfth Night

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

18 January 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Unwrapped: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Barbican Theatre

London

18 January 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Unwrapped: Edward II

Swan Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

22 March 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Unwrapped: Hamlet

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

29 March 2025

Booking is now open forPatrons and Members - login or join now to book tickets..

Booking opens for:
Subscribers on 3 Jul
Public on 9 Jul

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon, London

Selected dates, next: 7 September 2024

Discover Days

Discover Days are a chance to meet and find out more about the people who work across the RSC. From the history of our Collection to designing our shows there are a variety of talks and interactive sessions for you to be a part of and even opportunities to have a go yourself. Our Discover Days are perfect for lifelong learners and show audiences alike.

Find out more

Discover Day: Voice & Text

Clore Learning Centre

Stratford-upon-Avon

14 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Discover Day: History & Heritage of the RSC

Stratford-upon-Avon

11 October 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Discover Day

Clore Learning Centre

Stratford-upon-Avon

12 October 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates, next: 14 September 2024

Sixth Form Conferences

Explore plays in more depth with this study day for Sixth Form English & Drama Students. Enjoy a series of talks and practical events with academics, actors, creatives and practitioners. The day will include a range of exam-focused material including historical, social and political context, scene and character study, production choices and interpretation. There is also the opportunity to book tickets for the show in the evening (additional cost applies, £10 TikTok tickets available).

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 November 2024

Booking opens for:
Artists Circle and Gold Patrons on 1 Jan
Silver Patrons on 1 Jan
Bronze Patrons on 1 Jan
Members on 1 Jan
Subscribers on 1 Jan
Public on 22 May

Priority Booking

Stratford-upon-Avon

6 November 2024

Tours

Guided Tours

Guided tours will run daily and every 60 minute tour will include an element of the building that is not otherwise accessible to the public. Where possible, our guided tours will for the first time include access to our newly developed Costume Workshop.*

Tickets cost £13.50. Up to 4 children go half price with every full price paying adult.

For Group bookings, please contact the Box Office on 01789 331111 (Monday - Friday, midday - 6pm excluding bank holidays)

*We will make every effort to include access to the auditorium or costume workshop areas as part of the tour, however please note that as a working theatre company routes may change due to other activity taking place and so this cannot always be guaranteed.

Find out more

Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Stratford-upon-Avon

Until 28 September 2024

BOOK TICKETS

Stratford-upon-Avon

Selected dates from 29 June 2024