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Wed 13 Sep, 2023

Shakespeare’s First Folio to be exhibited at Shakespeare North Playhouse as part of ‘Shakespeare’s First Folio: 400 Years On’ exhibition

The British Library’s Treasures on Tour programme resumes this autumn with the loan of Shakespeare’s First Folio (1623) to Shakespeare North Playhouse for their exhibition ‘Shakespeare’s First Folio: 400 Years On’ coinciding with the European premiere production of The Book of Will (19 Oct-11 Nov 23...

Tue 12 Sep, 2023

Seeing first hand the impact of National Lottery Players: A visit from National Heritage Lottery, Heritage England, and Arts Council England

Our Chief Executive Melanie Lewis reflects on the importance of partnerships and how integral they are for delivering on our vision and mission for our community.

Mon 4 Sep, 2023

Rehearsal Pictures released for Macbeth

New rehearsal images have been released for ETT’s (English Touring Theatre) Macbeth, a co-production with Northern Stage, Shakespeare North Playhouse and Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg, to be performed at Shakespeare North Playhouse (1st-23rd September).

Tue 15 Aug, 2023

A Penny For Theatre Tickets?- A Penny For The Pit!

Take a step back in time and experience the magic of The Book of Will for only one penny!

Fri 11 Aug, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse unveil newly installed historic Frons Scenae

Shakespeare North Playhouse, a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic excellence, is delighted to unveil their newly installed Frons Scenae as part of the reconstruction of the Cockpit-in-court Theatre stage which will be available to view from the 11th of August 2023- 23rd of September 2023.

Fri 4 Aug, 2023

Humans of Shakespeare North Playhouse- Mikey

Inspired by the original Humans of New York, Humans of Shakespeare North Playhouse aims to document as many of the wonderful people who walk through our building each day. Giving a glimpse into who they are and the story they have to share. Meet Mikey, a Liverpudlian rapper starring in their debut s...

Mon 31 Jul, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse announce RICHARD, MY RICHARD for 2024

Best-selling historical author Philippa Gregory will make her playwrighting debut in 2024 with RICHARD, MY RICHARD – an innovative new stage play inspired by Shakespeare’s Richard III, that will bring to life one of history’s most twisted and enigmatic characters; a passionate, tender portrait of ma...

Tue 25 Jul, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse Announces Full Cast For Macbeth

ETT (English Touring Theatre) announces full casting for their new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, a co-production with Northern Stage, Shakespeare North Playhouse and Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg.

Tue 11 Jul, 2023

Shakespeare North Playhouse Celebrates its First Birthday!

A year of theatrical excellence, cultural enrichment, and community joy, our first year has been an incredible one. Lets look back at some of our highlights and how we're celebrating our very first birthday!

Fri 23 Jun, 2023

Ni Maxine and Test Card Girl to perform at Shakespeare North Playhouse

"Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears... and your attendance to Andy Burnham & Steve Rotheram's Northwest Mix Tape!”

Thu 15 Jun, 2023

Summer at Shakespeare North Playhouse

“Shall I compare thee to a Summer at Shakespeare North Playhouse?”

Thu 8 Jun, 2023

Prescot Elizabethan Fayre returns this weekend

Prescot’s Elizabethan Fayre returns this Saturday 10th June to celebrate the town’s Elizabethan heritage and its renaissance, all with a contemporary twist.

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Shakespeare’s First Folio to be exhibited at Shakespeare North Playhouse as part of ‘Shakespeare’s First Folio: 400 Years On’ exhibition

Seeing first hand the impact of National Lottery Players: A visit from National Heritage Lottery, Heritage England, and Arts Council England

Rehearsal Pictures released for Macbeth

A Penny For Theatre Tickets?- A Penny For The Pit!

Shakespeare North Playhouse unveil newly installed historic Frons Scenae

Humans of Shakespeare North Playhouse- Mikey

Shakespeare North Playhouse announce RICHARD, MY RICHARD for 2024

Shakespeare North Playhouse Announces Full Cast For Macbeth

Shakespeare North Playhouse Celebrates its First Birthday!

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Ni Maxine and Test Card Girl to perform at Shakespeare North Playhouse

Summer at Shakespeare North Playhouse

Prescot Elizabethan Fayre returns this weekend