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RSC Covid-secure education programme includes free ‘Hamlet’ on demand

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The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced a series of courses and resources aimed at helping students, teachers, and adults explore Shakespeare’s work in a Covid-secure environment, including a free broadcast of ‘Hamlet’.
Paapa Essiedu in RSC's Hamlet
Paapa Essiedu in RSC's Hamlet - Manuel Harlan / RSC

From 16 - 23 November, the RSC schools’ broadcast of Hamlet (2016) directed by Simon Godwin with Paapa Essiedu in the title role will be available on demand for schools for free across the UK. A range of supporting resources and film content has also been created to accompany the broadcast. Schools can register online to gain access. 

Later in November, the RSC will announce its Tales for Winter season, which is set to be performed live and in-person, with selected performances and supporting resources available on demand throughout the spring term. 

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