Shakespeare Shorts

Our global short film competition

Shakespeare Shorts 2022 - Submissions Open 4th April

Shakespeare Shorts is an annual short film competition brought to you by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Submissions are welcomed from film-makers of all ages and abilities, anywhere in the world.

Our Patron, Sir Kenneth Branagh

We are honoured to have Sir Kenneth Branagh as patron and chief judge of Shakespeare Shorts, each year he selects an overall champion from the category winners. Follow the links below to find out who was crowned cream of the crop. Drumroll please....