Bury St Edmunds: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)

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Bury Saint Edmunds Available from Tue 9 Jun to Sat 13 Jun

Book tickets to The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) at the Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmunds

Get ready for a lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud sprint through all 37 of Shakespeare's plays as the Reduced Shakespeare Company bring their world‑famous comedy whirlwind to Bury St Edmunds.

Show details:

  • Dates: 9th to 13th June 2026
  • Age guidance: 10+
  • Duration: 80 minutes (+interval)
  • Venue: Theatre Royal, Bury Saint Edmunds, IP33 1QR

About The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged):

From Hamlet performed backwards to Titus Andronicus reimagined as a TV cooking show, this is Shakespeare as you've never seen it before — bold, chaotic and brilliantly clever.

Whether you know your Macbeth from your Much Ado or you've never cracked open a Shakespeare play in your life, this show is designed to delight everyone.

  • Experience all of Shakespeare’s plays in just 80 minutes (plus interval)
  • Enjoy a high‑energy, three‑actor comedy packed with improvisation and audience interaction
  • See classic tragedies, comedies and histories turned upside down with modern twists
  • Perfect for Shakespeare fans, theatre lovers and anyone who enjoys a good laugh
  • Performed in the intimate Theatre Royal in Bury Saint Edmunds

It's fast, fearless and full of surprises — the kind of night out that leaves you quoting lines on the way home.

Book your tickets now and get ready for a brilliantly bonkers celebration of Shakespeare's legacy.

Location

Theatre Royal

Westgate Street,
Bury Saint Edmunds,
Suffolk,
IP33 1QR
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What is the running time of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)?

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) runs for approximately 80 minutes plus an interval.

Is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) suitable for children?

Children may be admitted, but viewer discretion is advised due to the nature of the show's humour. 

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