We know he can do romance, tragedy and political intrigue, but is he funny? Join us for a one-off, star-studded evening as the Bard himself is put on trial…
Comedian Will Kemp has walked out of Shakespeare’s acting company. Now the nation’s favourite clown is dragging the playwright to court, claiming he was forced out by having to perform Shakespeare’s terrible jokes, night after night. The Bard bites back, accusing Kemp of vulgar improv – why can’t he just stick to the script?
Actors Lee Mack & Paterson Joseph & witnesses Richard Ayoade & Professor Emma Smith are set to face real-life lawyers Kate Gallafent KC, Edward Henry KC, Andrew Hochhauser KC & Dinah Rose KC on stage. This theatrical trial will be conducted by High Court judge Dame Joanna Smith, with proceeds from the event supporting the vital work of Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation.
Who are CSSF?
The star-studded event celebrates the 25th anniversary of Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation (CSSF), a cultural education charity. Every year CSSF runs the world’s largest youth drama festival, supporting thousands of pupils from across communities and backgrounds to perform Shakespeare on theatre stages across the UK, building skills to last a lifetime.
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The star-studded event celebrates the 25th anniversary of Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation (CSSF), a cultural education charity. Every year CSSF runs the world’s largest youth drama festival, supporting thousands of pupils from across communities and backgrounds to perform Shakespeare on theatre stages across the UK, building skills to last a lifetime.
Book your ticket