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1 October 2013 March 2014 STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Welcome to my first season as Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company. My schoolboy diary for August 1973 records my first visit to Stratford to see As You Like It.

2 Welcome to my first season as Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company. My schoolboy diary for August 1973 records my first visit to Stratford to see As You Like It. I think I fell in love that day, with Shakespeare, this Company. The RSC plays a vital role in the cultural lscape of this nation, it is a great honour to be charged now with the responsibility of shaping its future. I am joined by Catherine Mallyon, our new Executive Director, together we are looking forward to tackling the challenges ahead. Clearly our priority will be to ensure that we continue to produce the best possible live experience of Shakespeare for audiences of all ages backgrounds; to place Shakespeare in a vivid context; to provide the stimulating environment for creative artists to practice their craft. The RSC, I have always thought, is a sort of Shakespeare gymnasium. This Winter Season acts as a sort of prologue to a wider plan, stretching forward over the next five years. I hope we will work through the entire canon, producing all his plays in our new Royal Shakespeare Theatre, but without repeating the titles in that time. The Swan Theatre will be dedicated largely to looking at the stable of writers who worked alongside Shakespeare; to the plays which inspired him which he inspired; to writing which matches his scale ambition, providing a deeper context to the genius of our house playwright. This Prologue Season should demonstrate some of the key ingredients in this plan. I will begin with my own exploration of Shakespeare s History Plays with, am delighted that David Tennant Oliver Ford Davies will be returning to the Company for that. In the Swan Theatre we open with new adaptations of Hilary Mantel s Man Booker Prize-winning novels, Bring up the, by Mike Poulton. Hilary Mantel has been working alongside us to find a genuine theatrical language for these plays, even promising to include material she left out of the books in order to do so. The gripping tale of Thomas Cromwell s rise to power under Henry VIII, the King s infatuation with Anne Boleyn, has captivated readers I am thrilled to bring them to our stages. Both plays are directed by Royal Court Associate Director, Jeremy Herrin, making his RSC directing debut. Producing work for all ages is vital as we develop the theatregoing audiences of the future, this year we are presenting a br new adaptation of one of the great works of children s literature,. Ella Hickson s Wendy & brings a fresh perspective to this well known tale which I have no doubt will enthrall young old alike. Jonathan Munby returns to the Company to direct following his previous work as one of the Directors of The Canterbury Tales. This Prologue Season is just the beginning, over the coming months I look forward to sharing more of our plans, not least the redevelopment of The Other Place. Erica Whyman joins the Company in the new post of Deputy Artistic Director, will have special responsibility to head up our thinking on this exciting new phase. And we will continue our programme of work with young people schools, as well as a full programme of events exhibitions is Shakespeare s 450th birthday, 2016 marks the quatercentenary of his death in Rather than creating two separate events, we plan to celebrate Shakespeare s life, from birth to grave, over an arc of three years, culminating in a major nationwide event in Exciting times. Please join us. Gregory Doran Artistic Director The RSC Ensemble is generously supported by THE GATSBY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION THE KOVNER FOUNDATION The RSC Literary Department is generously supported by THE DRUE HEINZ TRUST

ROYAL SHAKESPEARE THEATRE 10 October 16 November 2013 Let us sit upon the ground, tell sad stories of THE DEATH OF KINGS Richard is King. A monarch ordained by God to lead his people.

RSC Artistic Director Gregory Doran directs David Tennant in the title role.

3 ROYAL SHAKESPEARE THEATRE 10 October 16 November 2013 Let us sit upon the ground, tell sad stories of THE DEATH OF KINGS Richard is King. A monarch ordained by God to lead his people. But he is also a man of very human weakness. A man whose vanity threatens to divide the great houses of Engl drag his people into a dynastic civil war that will last 100 years. RSC Artistic Director Gregory Doran directs David Tennant in the title role. is the first production in a new cycle of Shakespeare s History Plays, directed by Gregory, that will be performed over the coming seasons. David is joined in the company by Oliver Ford Davies, both of whom appeared in the acclaimed 2008 Hamlet. Company includes Oliver Ford Davies David Tennant Director Gregory Doran Designer Stephen Brimson Lewis

SWAN THEATRE A NEW DRAMATISATION IN TWO PARTS OF HILARY MANTEL S NOVELS BY MIKE POULTON Hilary Mantel is the first author to win the Man Booker Prize with consecutive novels.

4 SWAN THEATRE A NEW DRAMATISATION IN TWO PARTS OF HILARY MANTEL S NOVELS BY MIKE POULTON Hilary Mantel is the first author to win the Man Booker Prize with consecutive novels. They are now adapted for the stage in two parts by Mike Poulton (for the RSC St Erkenwald, Morte D Arthur, The Canterbury Tales). At the heart of these two gripping plays is an utterly compelling portrait of one of the most extraordinary men of his or any generation. A commoner who will rise to dominate European politics, reforming church state as he serves a monarch whose bullish unpredictable passions ensure success is a matter of life death. They are directed by Royal Court Associate Director Jeremy Herrin, whose recent credits include This House at the National Theatre Much Ado About Nothing at Shakespeare s Globe.

SWAN THEATRE 11 December 2013 29 March 2014 It is the absence of facts that frightens people: the gap you open, 19 December 2013 29 March 2014 Those who are made Engl in 1527.

With every month that passes without progress the King s anger grows. Into this volatile court enters the commoner Thomas Cromwell.

Director Jeremy Herrin Anne Boleyn is now Queen, her path to Henry s side cleared by Cromwell.

5 SWAN THEATRE 11 December March 2014 It is the absence of facts that frightens people: the gap you open, 19 December March 2014 Those who are made Engl in Henry VIII has been King for almost 20 years is desperate for a male heir. Intent on divorce he dems that Cardinal Wolsey persuade the Pope to grant him an annulment. With every month that passes without progress the King s anger grows. Into this volatile court enters the commoner Thomas Cromwell. A one-time mercenary, master-politician, lawyer doting father, he sets out to grant the King his desire whilst methodically ruthlessly pursuing his own reforming agenda. Director Jeremy Herrin Anne Boleyn is now Queen, her path to Henry s side cleared by Cromwell. But Henry remains without a male heir, the conflict with the Catholic Church has left Engl dangerously isolated as France the Holy Roman Empire ominously manoeuvre for position. When the King begins to fall in love with the seemingly plain Jane Seymour, Cromwell must negotiate an increasingly dangerous court as he charms, bullies manipulates nobility, commoners foreign powers alike to satisfy Henry, keep the nation safe advance his own ambitions. Director Jeremy Herrin

ROYAL SHAKESPEARE THEATRE 10 December 2013-2 March 2014 By Ella Hickson Adapted from the novel by JM Barrie Peter, why aren t there any lost girls? Winter 1909. Snow is falling across London.

$In a sudden flurry of snow the window blows open, into their lives tumbles a mischievous boy called Peter. Shortly followed by a very fractious fairy by the name of Tink.$

6 ROYAL SHAKESPEARE THEATRE 10 December March 2014 By Ella Hickson Adapted from the novel by JM Barrie Peter, why aren t there any lost girls? Winter Snow is falling across London. Wendy Darling her two brothers sleep peacefully in their bedroom, as their parents bicker downstairs. In a sudden flurry of snow the window blows open, into their lives tumbles a mischievous boy called Peter. Shortly followed by a very fractious fairy by the name of Tink. In the magical, Wendy sees not only a great adventure, but also a chance to rediscover the key to her parents lost happiness. With the aid of a little fairy dust she agrees to fly with Peter to Neverl. There she will give the Lost Boys a run for their money, defeat Captain Hook his pirate crew, ultimately, learn what it means to grow up. JM Barrie s classic tale of the boy who never grows up is adapted in a spectacular new version by Ella Hickson (Boys, Soho Theatre Decade for Headlong) directed by Jonathan Munby (for the RSC The Canterbury Tales). Join us in Winter 2013 as we fly to Neverl... Director Jonathan Munby Designer Colin Richmond Suitable for ages 7+

Into the Wild explores how costume designers makers have responded to themes of nature in Shakespeare s work.

Shakespeare s characters, stories words are rich with references to nature, from stormy seas, magical woods wild forests, to plants, precious stones, the weather, moon stars.

FREE Opportunities to get an insight into theatre-making at the RSC a celebration of RSC costume April October 2013 This year sees a glorious celebration of costume displayed throughout our home in

to try on RSC theatre costumes in our dressing up box.

performance. Learn about some of the processes our costume makers use before trying on a finished article in the dressing up area.

Keep checking the website for updates more information uk/institches EVENTS From free post show talks to workshops for families we offer a range of fun activities to help you get behind the scenes at

7 events Blown Away Highlights Into the Wild PACCAR Room Opens Saturday 20 April 2013 A journey through Shakespeare s natural world, revealed through highlights from the RSC s Costume Collection. Into the Wild explores how costume designers makers have responded to themes of nature in Shakespeare s work. It is an exclusive chance to see rarely displayed costumes includes many worn by some of the RSC s most famous actors including Peggy Ashcroft, Ian McKellen, Juliet Stevenson David Tennant. Shakespeare s characters, stories words are rich with references to nature, from stormy seas, magical woods wild forests, to plants, precious stones, the weather, moon stars. Displaying the skilful craft of costume making design, Into the Wild will show how those themes are continuously interpreted designed in diverse imaginative ways through costume over the years. FREE Opportunities to get an insight into theatre-making at the RSC a celebration of RSC costume April October 2013 This year sees a glorious celebration of costume displayed throughout our home in Stratford-upon-Avon For the Summer Winter Seasons costume takes over our theatres, revealing highlights from the RSC s collection along with new artistic responses, interactive displays your chance to try on RSC theatre costumes in our dressing up box. Showing the specialist skills imagination of artists, designers makers, In Stitches A Celebration of RSC Costume, will draw on the Company s rich heritage in creating a huge variety of costume for our work on stage. Costume Craft Ferguson Room Opens Saturday 4 May 2013 An interactive display that follows the journey of how a costume is made maintained by our Costume Department, from first fitting to final performance. Learn about some of the processes our costume makers use before trying on a finished article in the dressing up area. FREE Imaginative displays, projections activities will change pop up around the building throughout the whole year, including installations by RSC Associate Designer Tom Piper. Keep checking the website for updates more information EVENTS From free post show talks to workshops for families we offer a range of fun activities to help you get behind the scenes at the RSC find out more about theatre-making. Keep up to date with what s going on at Talks Demonstrations Director Talks The Director discusses the process of creating their production. Onstage, 5 Wed 16 Oct pm & Bring up the Sat 4 Jan 1 12noon Unwrapped Join members of the Company as they demonstrate the ways the play journeys from the page to the stage. For ages 12+ Onstage, am, 5 Sat 2 Nov Sat 22 Feb Post Show Talkbacks Stay on after the show put your questions to members of the Acting Company. Onstage, free Mon 4 Nov Wendy & Sat 25 Jan (post matinee) Tue 11 Feb Bring up the Thu 20 Feb Events for Families Young People Family Day Join members of the Acting Company Creative Team to explore the story how the performance is created, including opportunities to take part. Onstage, am, 5 per adult, 3 per child Wendy & Sat 15 Feb Family workshops Practical workshops for children, young people their parents/carers that give an introduction to the play, characters language in a fun informative way. For ages 8+. Clore Learning Centre, 10 1am, 5 per adult, 2.50 per child Sat 19 Oct Wendy & Sat 25 Jan Blown Away Presented by Birdsnest Theatre Ferguson Room, Swan Theatre Tue 29 Oct Sun 3 Nov The wind can whisk you up into the sky, the wind can take you on an adventure! What if, one windy night a little girl arrives in your bedroom tells you she s the wind? Join us as a small boy finds himself swept up whisked away on an unforgettable journey. A beautiful engaging show containing live music, shadow puppetry movement. For children aged 3 6 years their families. 10 adults/ 5 children Story Garden Discover the joy of Shakespeare s stories in these active storytelling sessions. Suitable for 4 8 year olds their parents/carers. Ruinart Circle Bar, RST, 10 11am, 3 per adult, 2 per child Sat 26 Oct, Sat 23 Nov, Sat 14 Dec, Sat 25 Jan, Sat 22 Feb, Sat 29 Mar Play in A Day A practical day long workshop, focusing on one of Shakespeare s plays, with a performance to family friends at the end of the day. Clore Learning Centre, 10am 4.30pm, 20 (lunch not included) 8 10 years Mon 28 Oct, Mon 17 Feb years Tue 29 Oct, Tue 18 Feb years Wed 30 Oct, Wed 19 Feb Write On! Creative writing sessions for young people led by a professional writer. Swan Reading Room, 10.30am 12.30pm, 5 Sat 28 Sep, Sat 26 Oct, Sat 16 Nov, Sat 14 Dec, Sat 25 Jan, Sat 22 Feb, Sat 22 Mar

students, from Early Years to Undergraduates.

students studying AQA or Edexcel Drama or English Curricula. Designed to give students an in-depth understing of an insight into the production s performance choices.

30pm or 1 6pm COST: 325 ( 305 RSC Education Members) Sixth Form Conference Designed to complement AS A-Level English Drama curricula.

plays through exploring interpretive choices. Thu 14 Nov, 10.

8 education Unlocking Shakespeare for students of all ages EDUCATION Our wide range of workshops, conferences, events professional development courses are tailored to meet the needs of you your students, from Early Years to Undergraduates. For more information visit BOOKING For full information, to talk to our Education Specialists or to book, please call our Education Ticket Hotline on A-Level Study Days For students studying AQA or Edexcel Drama or English Curricula. Designed to give students an in-depth understing of an insight into the production s performance choices. Available from the second preview performance, Mon - Fri throughout UK term time. Max 30 students. 10am 3.30pm or 1 6pm COST: 325 ( 305 RSC Education Members) Sixth Form Conference Designed to complement AS A-Level English Drama curricula. Students will gain a greater understing of the play in performance; develop insights into the theatre-making process; undertake close textual analysis; underst how to unlock meaning in Shakespeare s plays through exploring interpretive choices. Thu 14 Nov, 10.30am 5pm Cost: 35 per student ( 25 RSC Education Members) including ticket to evening performance In partnership with Shakespeare Birthplace Trust Exploring Neverl Wendy & Transport your students to the world of Neverl in these specially created days which include: an onstage session with members of the creative team; a one-hour practical workshop exploring the story characters; a post show talk with the actors. Wed 29 Jan, 10.15am 4.30pm Wed 5 Feb, 10.15am 4.30pm COST: 240 ( 215 RSC Education Members) per class, max 30 students. Tickets to the matinee performance are additional student conference: Tudor Engl in the Making & Bring up the A two-day conference for Undergraduate A Level students. A series of talks practical sessions which explore the historical context, politics characters at the heart of these productions. The days will consider the adaptation process through conversations workshops with the creative teams involved in bringing these novels to the stage. (Speakers to be announced). Day one: Day two: Bring up the Mon 3 & Tue 4 Mar, 10.30am 5pm COST: 35 per day per student (including cost of ticket) or 60 for both days (including cost of two tickets) Free Online Resources For a range of films, images, historical information printable lesson activities, including BBC Shakespeare Unlocked Learning Resources visit Write Here, Write Now with Matilda A new online resource for schools including a National Writing Challenge is now available, giving students a chance to create scripts songs inspired by Matilda The Musical. All details resources designed for use in the classroom can be found at Teachers Courses Our courses are designed to support teachers in developing the skills, knowledge confidence to get pupils on their feet, working together to explore Shakespeare s plays. Visit for full details. Production based workshops Full half day practical workshops to deepen your students understing of the play productions. Available from the second preview performance, Mon - Fri throughout UK term time. Max 30 students per workshop. Half Day Workshops: 10am 12noon, 1 3pm or 4 6pm. COST: 185 ( 165 RSC Education Members) Full Day Workshops: 10am 3.30pm or 1 6pm COST: 325 ( 305 RSC Education Members) Shakespeare Challenge Find out how your students can take the Shakespeare Challenge gain a Bronze Arts Award: Theatre Days & Post-show Talks On stage pre-matinee sessions exploring production choices with members of the Acting Company. Thu 7 Nov, am Wendy & Thu 16 Jan, am Thu 13 Feb, am COST: 4 per student ( 3 RSC Education Members) Post-show talks are also available on these dates. These events are free of charge for students who have watched the performance. To book your place, please education@rsc.org.uk Shakespeare workshops Workshops to increase students knowledge of characters, plot language of the Shakespeare play of your choice. Available Mon-Fri throughout UK term time. Max 30 students per workshop. Half Day Workshops: 10am 12noon, 1 3pm or 4 6pm COST: 205 ( 185 RSC Education Members) Full Day Workshops: 10am 3.30pm or 1 6pm COST: 350 ( 325 RSC Education Members) Teaching Shakespeare is a ground-breaking professional development programme brought to you by the Royal Shakespeare Company the University of Warwick. You can access our unique online programme as an individual or as a school, or take part in an accredited five day course in Stratford-upon-Avon courses run Mon 29 July - Fri 2 August applications are now being invited for: Post Graduate Award in The Essentials of Teaching Shakespeare in the Classroom most suitable for English, Language Arts Literacy teachers. Post Graduate Award in The Essentials of Staging Performing Shakespeare most suitable for Drama Theatre teachers. Cost: VAT Visit for full details information on how to apply. RSC Workshops, conferences professional development courses for students teachers are generously supported by THE CLORE DUFFIELD FOUNDATION

TICKET PRICES Royal Shakespeare Theatre Preview 30 25 20 15 12* All perfs except Sat Eve 40 35 30 18 14* Sat Eve 50 40 35 20 14* Superseats are available at a supplement of 10 per ticket.

Public Understudy Performances See the stars of tomorrow performing today. We run a full understudy company for all of our productions.

See Performance Schedule for dates. Tickets 5, 2.50 RSC Members. EATING AND DRINKING Join us at the Rooftop Restaurant Bar for modern British food in a stunning setting.

A fixed price menu is available, with two or three course options, starting from 17.50.

9 TICKET PRICES Royal Shakespeare Theatre Preview * All perfs except Sat Eve * Sat Eve * Superseats are available at a supplement of 10 per ticket. *Restricted view seats. Prices are guaranteed until 18 March Swan Theatre Preview All perfs except Sat Eve Sat Eve Prices are guaranteed until 18 March Public Understudy Performances See the stars of tomorrow performing today. We run a full understudy company for all of our productions. Throughout the year the understudy performances for selected productions will be open to the public. These full scale performances give audiences the chance to see the leading actors of the future. See Performance Schedule for dates. Tickets 5, 2.50 RSC Members. EATING AND DRINKING Join us at the Rooftop Restaurant Bar for modern British food in a stunning setting. Open daily from 1am (12 noon Sundays). Menus change regularly. Reserve your table online or call Seeing a Show? A fixed price menu is available, with two or three course options, starting from Theatre Bars There are four theatre bars in the building; the Scott Bar, the Ruinart Circle Bar, the Upper Circle Bar the Swan Bar. The Riverside Cafe Terrace Serving a range of teas coffees, light snacks, swiches, salads, cakes pastries, the Riverside Cafe Terrace is open daily from 10am. No booking required. Event Hire For more information or to talk to us about your celebration, party or business event visit or call SHOPPING Visit the RSC Shop located in the colonnade for a range of contemporary merchise designed exclusively for the RSC, as well as a wide selection of books, audio DVDs. You can also shop online at TICKET DISCOUNTS YEAR OLDS 5 per ticket 40 tickets in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre 20 tickets at the Swan Theatre are reserved for every performance (except Press Night) for individuals aged who must make the booking themselves. All tickets, including those booked in advance can only be collected from the Box Office from 1 hour before the performance. Proof of age is required. Tickets are allocated entirely at the discretion of the Box Office. 10 tickets at the RST, 6 tickets at the Swan Theatre are available on the day of the performance, in person only. Available during priority booking by telephone for Members only. families Up to 4 under 18s half price with every full price paying adult Applies to Monday to Friday evening performances all matinees. Proof of age is required. Does not apply to groups. over 60s 30 per ticket Applies to Tuesday Wednesday evening midweek matinee performances. Maximum of 7 tickets per transaction. Does not apply to Superseats. SCHOOLS AND COLLEGE GROUPS 16 per ticket non-members ( per ticket for Education Members) plus one free ticket for every 10 students Applies to Monday to Thursday performances for groups of 10+ students. 1 adult is required for every 10 students. Teacher s free tickets will be placed amongst groups of students must be used by adults only. This rate is only available during UK term time. ADULT GROUPS 8+ 5 off for non-members ( 7 off for Group Members) Superseats top price seats plus 1 half price ticket for group organiser Applies to Monday to Friday performances for adult groups of 8+ tickets. stby rate 20 for best available seats Available on the day of the performance only subject to availability. Applicable to students in full time education, under 25s, over 60s, ES40s, NCA Members, Members of the Armed Forces, Equity BECTU members. Proof of entitlement is required. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES 16 per ticket If your choice of seat is limited by your disability then your seat is 16. Should you need the service of a companion (including wheelchair users), their ticket is also 16. All discounts are subject to availability at the discretion of the Box Office. Discounted tickets cannot be booked in conjunction with any other discount or offer discounts cannot be applied retrospectively. Discounts do not apply to Superseats with the exception of People with Disabilities Adult Groups 8+.

10 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE October 2013 March 2014 Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Wendy & Swan Theatre Cide*, Andronicus*, A My Masters*, *,, Bring up the *For more information on Summer 13 productions visit OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue Cide Cide Cide Cide Cide Cide F Cide Cide Cide 7.00 P F 7.00 P Cide L F F P 7.00 P PUS PUS L Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue WED THU FRI SAT SUN Mon Tue Cide Cide 7.00 P F L L Cide L PUS PUS L L L OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR ABBREVIATIONS = Andronicus, = A My Masters, = Wendy &, = Bring up the KEY F = First Performance P = Press Night L = Last Performance PUS = Public Understudy Performance = Relaxed Performance = Audio Described Performance = Captioned Performance = Pre-or Post-Show on stage event = Reduced Price Preview Wendy & Relaxed Performance Thu 23 Jan 2014 pm This performance welcomes schools families with children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, sensory communication disorders, a learning disability or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. Tickets 5 children, 10 adults, 1 free teacher/carer place for every 5 pupils. Additional adult supervisors 10 Visit for more information.

11 Underpinning the Company s work is a recognition of the importance of our home in Stratford-upon-Avon. It was not only Shakespeare s home town, but having been home to the RSC for the past five decades, this Midls town is also home to a team of vastly experienced craftspeople theatre-makers, whose knowledge, skills dedication to their work are present in every production we produce. Every time you take your seat to watch a performance by the RSC, be it in London, on tour in the UK or abroad, that production was made in Stratford-upon-Avon by actors given freedom time to develop their craft, by the skilled production behind the scenes teams who not only build our sets make our costumes props, but contribute to every element of an audience s experience. Discover more by visiting for behind the scenes films with the people teams who make our productions or visit in person take a theatre tour to experience for yourself all that goes on backstage

12 Photography of Gregory Doran David Tennant by Jillian Edelstein, design by RSC Graphic Design. Shot at Iris Studios. Chair for Gregory Doran, Sweetpea Willow. throne by RSC Workshops Image design for Bring up the by Edwina Kelly Illustration for Wendy & by Rohan Eason

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