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Wednesday Jun 03, 2026
Exploring Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon
Wednesday Jun 03, 2026
Wednesday Jun 03, 2026
This final episode in our Stratford-Upon-Avon mini-series revolves around all things theatrical. First, there's a little history on where in the town Shakespeare found his inspiration, then there are 'visits' to all three Royal Shakespeare venues as well as information on the company's museum of props and costumes. Whether you want to discover Stratford's theatres, see a play or learn more about life behind the scenes, all you need to know is here.
Reading Suggestions
Know-it-All Shakespeare Edited by Ros Barber and Mark Rylance
The Man who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench
Fools and Mortals by Bernard Cornwell
Links for this post
The Royal Shakespeare Company
The 3 Stratford theatres
RSC information on Shakespeare
RSC Public costume hire
The Play’s the Thing (exhibition)
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