Living Shakespeare Course: April 2026
‘Muse of Fire: Shakespeare’s Historical Imagination’
- 16 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026
- 11:00 - 16:30
- General Interest
- Booking required
Come together with other leisure learners in 2026 to enjoy lively conversations about ‘all things Shakespeare’ in the inspirational setting of Shakespeare’s hometown.
Set in historic sites across Stratford-upon-Avon, everyone is welcome to our adult leisure courses: from Shakespeare enthusiasts to teachers and lifelong learners with a desire to enhance their knowledge and enjoy good company.
Course attendees will have a chance to explore materials from our world-renowned archive, learn about the impact Shakespeare's works still have upon our world today and share thoughts, opinions and questions with other Shakespeare enthusiasts.
Discover how Shakespeare's 'creative spark' has inspired creativity in others and join in with conversations about how his words and worlds continue to speak to us today.
Our April Living Shakespeare course will look at Shakespeare’s interest in history with a special focus upon Henry V.
Speakers include:
Rev. Dr Paul Edmondson, Dr Nick Walton and Peter McCurdy (Specialist in the repair and construction of historic timber framed buildings).
Download the course programme >
Booking Information:
- £170 with theatre ticket for Henry V on 16 April
- £130 without theatre ticket
- Theatre tickets are limited so early booking is recommended
This event will take place in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Always lovely to chat to old friends and meet new ones, and the discussion sessions are always lively.
— Course attendee
Part of our Lifelong Learning programme.
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