Press Releases

Rachael North Announced as Permanent CEO of the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust has announced the appointment of Rachael North as its new CEO.

Celebrating Shakespeare, Exploring Our Collections

Pictures: Home of Shakespeare Announces New Exhibition Exploring Importance of Female Characters As Part of International Women’s Day Celebrations

Shakespeare's Birthplace Throws a Supersonic Street Party to Celebrate Shakespeare’s 461st Birthday

Audiences are invited to the hometown of William Shakespeare to celebrate his 461st birthday.

New Exhibition Set to Explore the Formative Influences That Helped Shape Shakespeare

Shakespeare's Birthplace is set to welcome a new exhibition this spring.

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust Invites Audiences to Stratford-upon-Avon for a Weekend of Free Family Fun

Families are invited to Stratford-upon-Avon for a weekend of free performances, live arts, and hands-on crafting to celebrate the end of Shakespeare Week on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 March 2025.

Female Voices Worldwide Celebrated as Entries Open for the Shakespeare Shorts Film Competition

Entries for the annual Shakespeare Shorts Film Competition are now open.

Female Characters Spring into Action as the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust Announces Its Easter Programme

Visitors invited to the historic Shakespeare family homes in Stratford-upon-Avon to enjoy a special series of events and activities.

Project Partner Announced to Explore the Potential of a World Shakespeare Campus in the Heart of Stratford-upon-Avon

Project Partner Announced to Explore the Potential of a World Shakespeare Campus in the Heart of Stratford-upon-Avon

Charity Celebrates Continued Volunteering Partnership with Local Insurer

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is celebrating a donation from NFU Mutual following another successful season where the insurance provider has contributed to the preservation and care of the Shakespeare family homes.