A mother and son are taking inspiration from Shakespeare’s works to write poetry and develop acting skills, thanks to 1623 theatre company, a local grants scheme and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.

Award-winning 1623 theatre company return to their home county of Derbyshire to perform a unique interpretation of one of Shakespeare’s most famous plays.

Award-winning 1623 theatre company returns to Smallhythe Place this Saturday after two years of sell-out performances of a new play that celebrated the extraordinary life of the house's most famous resident, Ellen Terry.

1623 theatre company comes to Watch This Space at the National Theatre on August bank holiday weekend, when the worlds of Shakespearean tragedy and first aid collide.