From the stage of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, hosts David Tennant and Catherine Tate are joined by Benedict Cumberbatch, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Helen Mirren, David Suchet, Rufus Wainwright, and many more. Together, they mark the life and work of William Shakespeare on the 400th anniversary of the playwright’s death. This unique event celebrates Shakespeare’s extraordinary legacy and his enduring influence on all performance art forms—from opera to jazz, dance to musical, and is quite simply a must-see!

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