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Shakespearience

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Shakespearience is a dynamic new attraction in the heart of Stratford upon Avon, presenting Shakespeare in a unique and thrilling way with ground breaking technology and special effects

For over 400 years William Shakespeare has been the world's most exciting, influential and enduring playwright. Every year millions of people from all over the world visit his birthplace, Stratford upon Avon. Using the very latest developments in show technology and special effects, Shakespearience is a groundbreaking virtual reality experience - revealing the man behind the well-known face and providing spectacular entertainment and fun for all the family.

The tour tells a visual story of William Shakespeare's early life in Elizabethan Stratford. Join Quentin Willson on a fascinating tour of historic locations such as Shakespeare's Birthplace and Holy Trinity Church. Discover the man behind the well known face and gain a fascinating insight into his literary influence on modern day life. Act 2 is set in a timbered playhouse. Using innovative show technology, Shakespeare appears as an ethereal voice to talk to a young, contemporary actor. 'On stage' performances of 9 of Shakespeare's plays are presented in a magical and spectacular way using advanced staging effects, theatrical lighting, moving scenery and surround sound. A fabulous and informative day out for the whole family.

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During the one hour visit, visitors will see dramatic highlights from Shakespeare's plays including Romeo and Juliet, The Taming of the Shrew, Richard III, Hamlet, The Merchant of Venice, Henry V, Macbeth, A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Tempest.
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Shakespearience is particularly suitable as an early introduction to some of Shakespeare's greatest works, or as a stimulating addition to GCSE's or AS and A level studies. Whether you are teaching Tudor history, English literature, media studies or the performing arts, Shakespearience provides stunning entertainment for students who want to learn about Shakespeare in a fun and pleasurable way.
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7 Days/Week, Open Public Holidays
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Shop / Kiosk

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