Leisure Learning Courses

Set in historic sites across Stratford-upon-Avon, our adult leisure courses are designed to spark lively conversation and enhance appreciation of Shakespeare’s works, life and times.

Everyone is welcome: from Shakespeare enthusiasts to teachers and lifelong learners with a desire to enhance their knowledge and enjoy good company.

During the day you will discover more about the selected plays, and hear from passionate and accessible speakers on a wide range of Shakespeare-related topics (from theatre history to social history, and beyond).

There are also opportunities to discuss theatre productions and to meet with theatre practitioners to learn more about how Shakespeare's plays move from page to stage.

Take time out to immerse yourself in 'all things Shakespeare' and discover what Shakespeare has to say to you.

29 to 31 July 2025

Including optional theatre performances of The Winter's Tale and Somerset Maugham's The Constant Wife.

Speakers include:

Dr Gillian Day (independent scholar), Neil Madden (actor and teacher of drama), Dr Nick Walton (SBT), Dr Jennifer Waghorn (SBT) and Dr Darren Freebury-Jones (SBT).

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20 to 22 October 2025

Including an optional theatre performance of Measure for Measure together with an evening guest performance by the actor Christopher Saul.

Other speakers include:

Dr Nick Walton (SBT), Dr Jennifer Waghorn (SBT) and Naomi Lawrence (SBT).

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> Download the October course programme

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