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Richard III review: this RSC production shines with ‘magisterial splendour’
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William Shakespeare’s best quotes on birth and death
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William Shakespeare: ten of the Bard’s best poems
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US Shakespeare theatres receive death threats over Trump-like Caesar
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How to spot 'witch markings' on your home
In Depth Historic England urges people to look out for unusual carved symbols on old buildings
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Benedict Cumberbatch gives a 'dazzling turn' in Hollow Crown
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William Shakespeare quiz: do you know the meanings of these words?
Speed Read On the anniversary of the Bard's death, test your knowledge of his most obscure turns of phrase
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Shakespeare's death: How to toast 400 years of the bard's demise
The Week Recommends Walks, talks, TV and stage shows pay tribute to Britain's greatest playwright this weekend
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The Hollow Crown: BBC accused of sexing up the Bard
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Shakespeare Live: David Tennant to host BBC event
In Depth Stars to mark 400 years of the Bard, but why is the playwright still so popular?
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