Poets will be using poetry and music touching on the story of theatre, from Chaucer to Shakespeare, from Opera to Variety, from Travelling Actors to the Theatre of War.

David Garrick - Shakespearean actor, impresario and showman organised the Shakespeare Jubilee in 1769 that put Stratford on the tourist map. It also nearly bankrupted Garrick, but he transformed his fortunes by successfully retelling the story of the celebration in his Drury Lane theatre. Clive Francis, renowned Shakespearean actor and television star, and Chairman of the Garricks Temple to Shakespeare Trust, will lead us through this boisterous and intriguing story. Tickets cost 15. Refreshments served. All proceeds to support the upkeep of the Temple.