Stoppard's 20-Year School Shakespeare Legacy
Discover how Sir Tom Stoppard created a free abridged 'Merchant of Venice' for schools after a No. 10 event, a gift performed by thousands of children for over two decades.
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Judi Dench feared sack for Shakespeare slip-ups
Dame Judi Dench reveals her hilarious on-stage blunders and embarks on a festive family history quest to find a link to William Shakespeare in a new Channel 4 documentary.
Chiles disputes Mescal's 'feel Shakespeare' body claim
Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles pushes back against Paul Mescal's assertion that Shakespeare is felt 'in the body', arguing understanding the plot is essential. Read the full debate.
Coronation Street Actor's Early Role in Oscar-Winning Film
Discover how Coronation Street's Daniel Brocklebank starred in 'Shakespeare in Love' with Gwyneth Paltrow before his soap fame, and his candid revelations about Hollywood.
The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 & 2 Review: RSC's Epic Return
The RSC stages a monumental 6-hour adaptation of Galsworthy's The Forsyte Saga at the Swan Theatre. Read our review of this ambitious new production.
Pinocchio Review: Family Musical at Shakespeare's Globe
A vibrant new musical adaptation of Pinocchio at Shakespeare's Globe swaps Collodi's darkness for humour and heart. Catch it in London until 4 January.
Obituary: Margaretta D'Arcy, Playwright and Activist, Dies
Margaretta D'Arcy, the playwright and political activist known for picketing her own Royal Shakespeare Company production, has died aged 91. Discover her life of radical theatre and protest.
Royal Shakespeare Company announces 11% staff cuts
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to reduce its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to address a £5-6m shortfall. Read the full story on the theatre's financial challenges.
Rage bait is Oxford Word of the Year 2025
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
'Rage-bait' named Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford University Press names 'rage-bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a troubling trend in digital media. Discover what this says about our online discourse.
Oxford Student Admitted Celebrating Charlie Kirk Shooting
George Abaraonye, ousted Oxford Union president, confessed to 'celebrating' Charlie Kirk's shooting to 'get a laugh'. Read the full story of the controversy that rocked the historic debating society.
Tom Stoppard Dies: Royals Lead Tributes to Playwright
BBC Breakfast shared the sad news of playwright Tom Stoppard's death at 88. King Charles and Queen Camilla led tributes, honouring their 'dear friend' and 'genius'. Read the full story.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard Dies Aged 88
British theatre mourns the loss of Sir Tom Stoppard, the Czech-born playwright who became a giant of the stage. Remembered for his wit and works like 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead'.
King and Queen lead tributes to Sir Tom Stoppard
The King and Queen lead heartfelt tributes to playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, who has died aged 88. Discover his incredible legacy and career.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies aged 88
Award-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, known for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead and Shakespeare In Love, has died peacefully at 88. Read tributes to the theatrical legend.
Award-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies aged 88
Acclaimed playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, known for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead and Shakespeare In Love, has died peacefully at 88. Discover his legendary career.
Award-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies at 88
Acclaimed British playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, known for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, has died aged 88. Discover his incredible legacy.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies aged 88
Oscar and Golden Globe-winning playwright Sir Tom Stoppard has died peacefully at home aged 88. Read the full tribute to his legendary career.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard dies peacefully at home
Acclaimed British playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, Oscar winner for Shakespeare in Love, has died peacefully at home aged 84. Remember his incredible legacy.
Oxford Union President Apologises for Charlie Kirk Remarks
George Abaraonye, the ousted Oxford Union president-elect, issues a public apology after celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and its consequences.
Winter Nightmare: Midsummer Dream Review at Sam Wanamaker
Holly Race Roughan's chilling winter reimagining of Shakespeare's classic brings brutal undercurrents to the surface at London's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse until 31 January.
Ryder vs Paltrow: The 'Shakespeare in Love' Feud
The inside story of how Gwyneth Paltrow's Oscar win for Shakespeare in Love destroyed her friendship with Winona Ryder over alleged role 'stealing'. Discover the full timeline of their Hollywood feud.
Herefordshire stands in for Shakespeare's Stratford in Hamnet
Discover how Herefordshire's historic landscapes and crooked Tudor buildings became the perfect filming location for the cinematic adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel Hamnet. Explore the Shakespearean connections.
Mirren & McKellen Launch New Shakespeare Curriculum
Oscar-winner Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen champion a free RSC curriculum set to transform how Shakespeare is taught in UK secondary schools. Discover how it works.
Harewood & Jones Star in Groundbreaking Othello
Two of Britain's finest actors, David Harewood and Toby Jones, deliver breathtaking performances in a revolutionary new production of Othello that's redefining Shakespeare for modern audiences.
Toby Jones shines as Iago in stunning Othello revival
A stunning new production of Shakespeare's Othello captivates audiences with Toby Jones's chilling portrayal of Iago and David Harewood's commanding return as the Moor of Venice.
Othello Review: Bristol's Frantic Shakespeare Interpretation
Patrick Marmion's review reveals a modern Othello racing through Shakespeare's tragedy at breakneck speed, with compelling performances battling against relentless pacing at Theatre Royal Bristol.
David Harewood's Othello stuns London in radical new production
David Harewood delivers a powerhouse performance as Othello alongside Toby Jones's revelatory Iago in a modern-dress production that redefines Shakespeare's tragedy for contemporary audiences.
Photo Oxford Festival Review: Captivating Visual Journey
Discover how the 2025 Photo Oxford Festival transforms the city into a living gallery, showcasing groundbreaking work from international artists and challenging our perception of photography.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
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