RSC Friends Events

As one of our Friends, you can enjoy special exclusive events such as In Conversations with RSC actors.

Reception for Shakespeare's Birthday

Saturday 25th April 2026 9:30am

Upper Circle Bar, Royal Shakespeares Theatre

Tickets £10 Friends/Patrons, £12 Guests

Friends join Patrons with other special guests for an hour of toasts, birthday cake and readings to celebrate Shakespeare’s Birthday, all before going into town to watch the procession. Wear a sprig of rosemary if you can and join us for this annual treat.

Booking tickets

You need to be an RSC Friend to book for these events. 
Please note guest tickets may only be purchased by current RSC Friends on behalf of their guest.

All profits from Friends' events go towards supporting our programme of activities or towards the cost of equipment required by our departments.

Tickets can be booked online or by contacting the RSC Box Office on 01789 331111.