June 17th - 20th, 2008
Fans of the most famous bard in the English language may well be drawn to his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon in June to attend the four-day Living Shakespeare festival.
Beginning on June 17th, the programme has been especially designed to appeal to theatre lovers, with each year's events built around current productions by the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC).
Providing both educational workshops and exciting theatrical productions, the Living Shakespeare festival is sure to be enjoyed by both seasoned enthusiasts and those new to the works of the iconic playwright.
Featuring performances from the Shakespeare's Aloud! troupe, this is an opportunity to some of the bard's most intriguing characters come alive in his home town.
There is also an opportunity to talk to actors and other theatre professionals, while a series of lectures add to the informative spirit of the festival, which allows people to experience at first hand the inspirations and influences that shaped Shakespeare's work.
The best value fare for Stratford-upon-Avon is the Shakespeare Explorer fare. For only £45 it gives you return travel from London Marylebone to Stratford-upon-Avon and four days unlimited travel between Stratford-upon-Avon and Leamington Spa so you can explore the historic towns of Leamington Spa and Warwick as well as the very best of Shakespeare Country.
If you don’t have four days to spare, a one day Shakespeare Explorer ticket costs only £30. Visit our website www.chilternrailways.co.uk for more details.
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