News

Thu 20 Mar, 2025

Happiness & Laughter: A Grand Charity Screening Honouring Sir Ken Dodd’s Legacy

Every year on March 20th, we celebrate the International Day of Happiness: A perfect occasion to honour Sir Ken Dodd, the man who embodied joy, laughter, and light-hearted fun.

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Thu 13 Mar, 2025

Building on transformative community impact

We are continuing our collaboration with Livv Housing Group as our official Social Impact Partner, reinforcing our shared commitment to delivering transformative cultural, educational, and social opportunities for the people of Knowsley.

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Sat 8 Mar, 2025

International Women’s Day 2025

At Shakespeare North Playhouse, women make up over 75% of the leadership team, shaping artistic vision, securing resources, and redefining what leadership looks like in the industry. This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women leading today, inspiring tomorrow, and building a more inclusi...

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Thu 20 Feb, 2025

New Partnership to Champion Arts and Education

A brand-new collaboration between Southport Learning Trust and Shakespeare North Playhouse (SN) highlights the transformative power of arts and education partnerships. 

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Mon 10 Feb, 2025

Comedy at Shakespeare North Playhouse

If laughter is the best medicine, consider Shakespeare North Playhouse your new prescription pad. We’ve lined up a comedy schedule so good, even the Bard himself would be chuckling in the aisles. Whether you love sharp storytelling, fast-paced wit, or the kind of humour that makes you snort-laugh in...

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Mon 20 Jan, 2025

Celebrating Accessibility and Innovation: Our Digital Culture Awards Nomination

We’re absolutely over the moon to share some incredible news: Our commitment to accessibility in theatre has been recognised by the Digital Culture Awards!

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Thu 16 Jan, 2025

Love’s Labour’s Lost Cast Announcement

Cast and creative team announced for this vibrant new adaptation of one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies, Love's Labour's Lost (more or less) - a co-production between Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre and Prescot's Shakespeare North Playhouse for spring 2025.

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Fri 10 Jan, 2025

The Theatre On Your Doorstep: Transforming Lives

Gear Up for a fun-filled 2025!

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Fri 20 Dec, 2024

Shakespeare North Playhouse partner with One Knowsley to deliver Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Sessions this Winter

Shakespeare North Playhouse will host a selection of Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) sessions as part of One Knowsley’s HAF programme this December and January.

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Wed 27 Nov, 2024

Give Big, Think Bigger: Christmas Challenge

Unlocking Potential Through the Power of the Arts: This festive season, Shakespeare North Playhouse is shining a light on their remarkable outreach programme creating opportunities for young people in Knowsley.

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Mon 25 Nov, 2024

Christmas at Shakespeare North Playhouse

The festive season is upon us, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you to Shakespeare North Playhouse this December! With a sparkling line up of shows, events, and opportunities to give back, we’re here to help you create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Thu 14 Nov, 2024

Shakespeare North excited to be a Graeae Beyond Partner

We are excited to meet the talented new cohort of artists joining Graeae’s Bespoke Artist Development Programme for 2024!

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