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The Gunpowder plot: terrorism in Shakespeare’s restless world

For over 400 years 5 November has been a day of celebration, though it’s now thought of as Bonfire Night with little reference to its origins with the 1605 plot to blow up the King, the Lords and the Commons … Continue reading

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When shall we three meet again?

When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning or in rain?  In a typically fearless decision Michael Boyd, the RSC’s Artistic Director has chosen to open the first brand new production in the newly redeveloped RST without one of … Continue reading

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