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(Shakespeare Week dates: 24th-30th March 2025/ Shakespeare Day: 23rd April 2025)
(You may be interested to know that Shakespeare week occurs during March. Shakespeare Week was created and is coordinated by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Find out more about this event on their website www.shakespeareweek.org.uk.)
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Shakespeare Week
Shakespeare Week is an annual event in the UK, designed to introduce children and young people to the works and legacy of William Shakespeare in a fun and engaging way. It is organised by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and takes place every March.
Key Facts About Shakespeare Week
Purpose: To inspire a love of Shakespeare from a young age through creative activities.
Audience: Primarily aimed at primary school children (but open to all ages).
When?: Typically held in March (dates vary each year).
Organised by: Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
How is Shakespeare Week Celebrated?
Schools & Libraries 📚 – Special lessons, storytelling, and drama workshops.
Theatres & Museums 🎭 – Performances, exhibitions, and interactive events.
Online Resources 💻 – Free teaching materials, videos, and fun activities.
Creative Projects ✍️ – Art, music, and writing inspired by Shakespeare’s works.
Why is Shakespeare Week Important?
Makes Shakespeare accessible to young learners in an enjoyable way.
Encourages creativity, literacy, and an appreciation of theatre.
Helps children explore themes, characters, and language from Shakespeare’s plays.
Popular Plays & Themes for Children
A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Magic, fairies, and fun mischief!
Romeo and Juliet – Love and family drama (often simplified for younger audiences).
Macbeth – Witches, prophecies, and action!
The Tempest – Adventure and magic on a mysterious island.
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