William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English playwright, poet, and actor born in Stratford-upon-Avon. He wrote approximately 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and two long narrative poems; his works have been translated into over 100 languages and are performed more frequently than those of any other playwright. He co-founded the Globe Theatre in 1599 and served as house playwright for the Lord Chamberlain's Men. His influence on world literature and the English language remains unmatched.
The film Hamnet (directed by Chloé Zhao, with Paul Mescal as Shakespeare) received eight Oscar nominations including Best Picture and Best Actress (Jessie Buckley).
The film Hamnet had a wide release in the USA on December 12, 2025 and was released in cinemas in the United Kingdom on January 9, 2026.
The film Hamnet had its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival in August 2025 and won the People's Choice Award at TIFF.
Shakespeare's Globe in London presents several productions of Shakespeare's plays in summer 2026, including As You Like It and Much Ado About Nothing.
The Public Theater in New York presents Romeo and Juliet in Central Park as part of the free Shakespeare in the Park festival (May 22 - June 28, 2026).
A classic comedy of mistaken identities and mix-ups performed at the atmospheric setting of Prague Castle.
Shakespeare's classic performed by the Summer Shakespeare Festival ensemble. A theatrical production as part of the Shakespeare Festival in Litomyšl.
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The Kašpar theatre company presents an open-air adaptation of Shakespeare's classic for eight characters with period dances, songs, and live music. The performance runs 1 hour 40 minutes and plays in any weather.
Shakespeare's classic comedy of love and identity performed at the scenic Prague Castle venue.
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Shakespeare's comedy Love's Labour's Lost opens the Summer Shakespeare Festival in Ostrava with three performances at the castle. The festival continues through August with eight different productions staged outdoors.
Shakespeare's classic tragedy of love, jealousy and betrayal performed at the historic Špilberk Castle courtyard in Brno.
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Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" directed by Pavel Khek is the final performance of this production at the Summer Shakespeare Festival in Ostrava. A tale of jealousy, hope and miracles set on the castle courtyard.
Shakespeare's classic comedy performed outdoors in the atmospheric courtyard of Špilberk Castle in Brno.
A theatrical performance of "Love's Labour's Lost" at Prague Castle — a classic comedy for a summer evening.
Shakespeare's classic comedy The Merry Wives of Windsor comes to Ostrava — an evening of wit, scheming, and memorable characters.
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Shakespeare's tragedy of jealousy and manipulation directed by Braňo Holiček with a stellar cast. The performance takes place at Slezskoostravský Castle as part of the 19th Summer Shakespeare Festival.
Shakespeare's classic tragedy about a Moorish general who becomes the victim of manipulation and jealousy.
Shakespeare's comedy about love and adventure in an enchanted forest, performed on the open-air stage of Spilberk Castle.
Shakespeare's classic tragedy of a Moorish general undone by jealousy, manipulation, and betrayal at the Prague Castle.
Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream performed outdoors in the courtyard of Brno's Špilberk Castle — a magical summer theatre evening.
Shakespeare's classic unfolds in a modern interpretation performed directly on an old theatrical bus that becomes the stage. Live music and original songs enhance the story of love and an enchanted forest.
An evening event in Ostrava whose title echoes Shakespeare's Twelfth Night — further programme details have not been announced.
An evening performance at Prague Castle, with a title echoing Shakespeare's classic comedy Twelfth Night.
One of Shakespeare's most popular comedies, full of wit and comic intrigue, performed in Prague.
Shakespeare's classic tragedy of ambition and power, performed at Prague Castle.
Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors performed at the atmospheric Prague Castle — an evening of mistaken identities, wit, and theatrical charm.
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The final performance of the most famous love drama of all time. Shakespeare's classic masterpiece bids farewell to audiences.
A classic tragedy about a Danish prince confronted with moral crisis and the question of revenge. Shakespeare's Hamlet explores the eternal dilemma between action and conscience.
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A dramatic film exploring young Shakespeare's life, his family, and how personal tragedy inspired one of literature's greatest works.
Shakespeare's beloved comedy of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, a timeless tale of confusion and love.
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Shakespeare's beloved comedy of mistaken identity and romance, performed by the National Theatre. A night of laughter, confusion, and unexpected love.
The Minor Theatre presents an entertaining adaptation of Hamlet for children aged 8 and up, which addresses the theme of parental divorce with humour and insight. The story of young Kuba Hamletek combines Shakespeare with direct audience engagement.
A witty Shakespearean comedy featuring clever wordplay and romantic entanglements, performed in English by The Merry Wanderers.
A theatrical performance inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet, staged at Prague's Jatka78.