Shakespeare Centre (The) | Stratford-upon-Avon

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Shakespeare Centre (The)

Shakespeare archives

Henley Street
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
CV37 6QW

Neighborhood: Stratford Town

Phone: +44 1789 20 4016
Fax: +44 1789 29 6083
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This modern building situated between Shakespeare's Birthplace and the Visitors' Centre, consists of a library and a records office. The library, devoted to Shakespeare, brings together two important collections that embrace all aspects of his work. This includes early editions and original copies (facsimiles of the latter are available for study). The library, which used to be part of The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, also houses the archive of the Royal Shakespeare Company, complete with records of all productions, copies of programmes and newspaper articles and a fascinating collection of photographs. Sound and video recordings of this great company are also available for viewing. The records office contains Shakespearean material of national importance together with a fine local history library (including local newspaper files from 1806) and a collection of prints, drawings and photographs relating to Stratford and Warwickshire. Admission: free to anyone interested in serious study

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Sonnet Sleuth
Apr 23rd, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
Find clues in the sonnets to uncover 14 Stratfod locations. Every day except Sunday.

Shakespeare Heritage Trail (The)
Ongoing
This is obviously one of the most popular walks in Stratford and is self-guided allowing you to go at your own pace. It starts at the Shakespeare Centre on Henley Street, from where you can pick up the Trail leaflet. The walk does not leave the confines of the town and should take between two and three hours to complete. All buildings of any importance to the Shakespearean era are passed, as well as any others with Shakespearean connections, including Nash's House and New Place, Hall's Croft and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. If you're a fan of the Bard this tour is a must.

Christmas events at the Shakespeare Houses
Dec 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009

Poetry Festival
Jul 1st, 2010 to Aug 31st, 2010
For a town steeped in dramatic art and poetic persuasion, its no surprise that Stratford holds its own poetry festival. The Poetry Festival takes place on Sunday evenings in July and August. Venues used are the Shakespeare Centre and the Shakespeare Institute. Call for further information on the exact venue, time and cost.

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