Shakespeare Live!

A unique two-hour event marking the 400th annniversary of William Shakespeare’s death.
SHAKESPEARE LIVE! FROM THE RSC

A stellar cast, including Dame Judi Dench, Sir Ian McKellen, Joseph Fiennes, David Tennant, Benedict Cumberbatch, Roger Allam, Helen Mirren, David Suchet, Simon Russell Beale, John Lithgow, Anthony Sher and many more will perform in a unique star-studded tribute to the genius and influence of the world’s greatest playwright and storyteller. Grammy-winning jazz musician Gregory Porter, american singer and composre Rufus Wainwright and famous British tenot Ian Bostridge

“Performances of some of the greatest dramatic scenes ever written, played by some of our greatest actors” - RSC artistic director Gregory Doran.

Hosted by David Tennant and Catherine Tate on Shakespeare’s birthday, and screened live from Stratford-upon-Avon, this star-studded show celebrates Shakespeare’s plays and their enduring influence on music, dance, opera, musical theatre and comedy.

RSC Artistic Director, Gregory Doran, is assembling a once-in-a-lifetime cast, including Dame Judi Dench, Sir Ian McKellen, Joseph Fiennes, Alison Moyet and many more. Grammy-winning jazz musician Gregory Porter, american singer and composre Rufus Wainwright and famous British tenor Ian Bostridge will take charge of vocal part of the show.

The Royal Ballet, English National Opera (ENO), The Orchestra of the Swan, and Birmingham Royal Ballet will also perform in a unique tribute to the genius and influence of the world’s greatest playwright and storyteller.

Shakespeare Live! From the RSC is a Royal Shakespeare Company and BBC production.