The World Shakespeare Festival

Date period: 07 June, 2012 - 15 June, 2012

Duration: 9 Days

Activity level: Introductory to Moderate

Location: British Isles

Availability: Single | Twin

Tour type: Specialised

Top 5 things we'll experience

Enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of Shakespeare’s Globe in London and the Memorial Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage.
Illustrated lectures led by Professor Stanley Wells, C.B.E, renowned academics and theatre professionals.
Enjoy a Q&A session with a member of The Royal Shakespeare Company.
3 performances by the Royal Shakespeare Company, as well as performances at the Globe at Regents Park Open Air Theatre.

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Tour Leader

Frank Bladwell

Frank Bladwell graduated from The University of Sydney in 1962.

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The World Shakespeare Festival will celebrate how the world performs, teaches and engages with Shakespeare. In collaboration the Roundhouse, the Barbican, the National Theatre, the BBC, and many other partners, we will celebrate Shakespeare as the world’s playwright, showcasing the best of UK and international talent, exploring Shakespeare’s place in the lives of young people and harnessing the energy and creativity of emerging artists and amateur companies.

Join us to celebrate Shakespeare as the world’s playwright.

Tour inclusions

8 nights ensuite accommodation in Stratford and London.
All breakfasts throughout the program and other meals as specified.
Tickets to 3 performances by the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Restricted View Tickets at the Globe for the press-night performance of Henry V.
Two open air theatre performances at Regents Park.
Touring by mix of comfortable air-conditioned coaches and public transport in London.
Al lectures, entry fees, guides and excursions as indicated.
Services of a program leader.
Comprehensive travel insurance.
Detailed preparatory information.
Gratuities and necessary tips.

Tour exclusions

Items of a personal nature such as telephone calls and laundry
International return economy class air travel from Australia/New Zealand.
Departure taxes applicable to the standard itinerary.

Program Notes

Group size is limited to 20.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

We transfer by coach to The Arden in Stratford-Upon-Avon. Along the way, we will enjoy lunch in Windsor at a local restaurant before checki... read more

Day 2

After breakfast we enjoy a short walk to The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust for our “Welcome & Introduction” to the course by Dr. Nick Wal... read more

Day 3

After breakfast we walk to The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust for our post-performance discussion of Julius Caesar, led by Dr. Nick Walton. A... read more

Day 4

After breakfast we transfer to The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust for our post-performance discussion of Richard III, led by Dr. Nick Walton. ... read more

Day 5

After breakfast we will travel by public transport to explore the backstage life of the National Theatre. Knowledgeable and entertaining gu... read more

Day 6

After breakfast we will have some free time to explore London. In the afternoon we transfer by public transport to the Globe Theatre for ou... read more

Day 7

We will have time to enjoy breakfast at the hotel before our visit to the Globe Theatre. Our classes today commence with a tour of the theat... read more

Day 8

After breakfast we will have free time to explore the London. This evening we will attend a performance of "Ragtime", at Queen Mary's Garde... read more