Leisure Learning Courses
Join fellow lifelong learners on one of our leisure learning courses
Everyone feels able to participate whether experienced Shakespearian or beginner.
— Leisure course attendee
So informative, entertaining and enjoyable. This has been great fun.
— Leisure course attendee
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.
Always lovely to chat to old friends and meet new ones, and the discussion sessions are always lively.
— Course participant 2024
Living Shakespeare 2025
21 to 23 May 2025
Much Ado About Nothing and Titus Andronicus.
Speakers include:
Dr Abigail Rokison-Woodall (The Shakespeare Institute); Nia Gwynne (RSC Shakespeare roles include: Tamora; Apemantus; Goneril, Doll Tearsheet); Dr Darren Freebury-Jones (SBT); Dr Jennifer Waghorn (SBT); Dr Nick Walton (SBT) and other guests.
> Download the May course programme
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).
> Download the July course programme
20 to 22 October 2025
Including an optional theatre performance of Measure for Measure together with an evening guest performance.
Further details including how to book will follow in due course.
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Absolutely brilliant. So much food for thought.
— Leisure course attendee
Superb information and insights.
— Leisure course attendee
The quality of the sessions could not have been higher.
— Leisure course attendee
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