School children take to the stage in Birmingham to perform for the launch Shakespeare Week 2025

School children take to the stage in Birmingham to perform for the launch Shakespeare Week 2025

On Monday 24 March, Birmingham played host to a series of special performances inspired by Shakespeare’s iconic plays to launch nationwide celebrations for Shakespeare Week 2025, the annual festival inspiring primary school children, teachers and home educators across the country. Held at the Grade II listed Birmingham Old Rep Theatre, and hosted by children’s presenter Joanna Adeyinka-Burford, the audience had the opportunity to see school chil…

Celebrate Shakespeare with host of themed events at The Hive

A SERIES of events celebrating the life and works of Shakespeare will be hosted at The Hive in Worcester as the world comes together to honour the famous playwright. Worcestershire County Council’s Library Service are hosting the string of events in recognition of Shakespeare Week 2025 (March 24 to 30). Featuring will be exclusive archival visits to lively discussions and film screenings. First up is an archive visit showcasing Shakespeare’s Mar…

Extra pickups for Shakespeare Express steam train

Vintage Trains has announced that they have added two more joining stations to its Shakespeare Express on Sunday 6th April. Birmingham Snow Hill and Tyeseley have been added to the joining stations. Tourist Class tickets for both stations are now on sale, with passengers travelling in BR Mark 2 carriages…