Tag Archives: Shakespeare’s Birthday Celebrations

Fireworks for Shakespeare

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Sylvia Morris

Nothing is more likely to appeal to people regardless of age, language, or politics than a firework display, and the one that’s to be put on from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre on 23rd April will be an exciting start for the town’s … Continue reading →

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Taking to the streets with Shakespeare’s characters

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Sylvia Morris

Shakespeare celebrations in Stratford have taken many forms over the past two and a half centuries. I’ve written before about the history of holding feasts, an essential component of any party. But what’s also notable is the tradition of characters … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Sylvia Morris

2014 is quite rightly going to be dominated by the centenary of the outbreak of the first World War, but it’s also an important year for Shakespeare-lovers celebrating his 450th birthday. My ex-colleague Dr Susan Brock and I are currently … Continue reading →

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Shakespeare’s quill

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Sylvia Morris

Many traditions and myths relating to Shakespeare have built up in the almost four centuries since his death. As part of the celebrations for Shakespeare’s birthday this year the tradition of placing a new quill pen in the hand of the … Continue reading →

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