Wherever you are in the world, you’ll be able to join a star-studded cast as they celebrate the life and works of William Shakespeare on the 400th anniversary of his death.
Shakespeare Lives
Join us for events and activities celebrating Shakespeare’s work. In 2016 we're marking the 400th anniversary of his death.
Celebrate Shakespeare Lives with the BBC
All the World's a Screen: Shakespeare on Film
TIFF is celebrating the rich legacy of the Bard's immortal works on screen this summer as part of their Shakespeare on Film series.
Mix the Play
Mix the Play is an interactive video platform that invites you to create a scene from one of Shakespeare's most loved plays, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Shakespeare Shorts Competition
The Shakespeare Shorts competition is a chance for you to showcase your cinematic talent to the world and take part in a global tribute to Shakespeare!
Shakespeare Lives Microfestival in Toronto
The Shakespeare Lives Microfestival in Toronto celebrated Shakespeare's 400th this spring with an innovative and interactive programme of performances, workshops and debates.
#PlayYourPart
Share your favourite Shakespeare moment this year! Let's celebrate his genius and the inspiration he has given to billions of people around the world and through the ages! #PlayYourPart
Shakespeare + UK Symposium
Check out some of the photos from our photo-booth at the Shakespeare + UK Symposium in Ottawa!
Shakespeare Lives in photography
Check out the winners of the Shakespeare Lives in Photography competition.
Star Cross'd - Laura Dockrill's Romeo and Juliet
Watch poet, writer and illustrator Laura Dockrill’s contemporary take on Romeo and Juliet.
SBTV presents Twelfth Night
Watch a modern re-imagination of Twelfth Night by SBTV, featuring artists: Eyez, Mic Righteous, Maverick Sabre, Nolay, Nego True and Harry Love. (Duration: 07:38 minutes)
Maxine Peake as Hamlet
Desire. Murder. Revenge. Maxine Peake as Hamlet will screen in 2016. Watch the trailer here.
Shakespeare on Film - touring collection
Look out for Shakespeare films, old and new, screening internationally and online in 2016.
Shakespeare Lives in science
Shakespeare Lives in Science; poisons, potions and drugs. Do Shakespearean concoctions really work?
Exploring English: free online course
Learning English? Love Shakespeare? Put the two together and study with people from all over the world.