Twelfth Night -WSF08 March 2012 - 15 May 2012
Shipwrecked on the shores of a strange land, Viola believes her twin brother Sebastian drowned. Disguising herself as a boy to work in the court of Count Orsino, she finds herself a go-between for the man she serves and the woman who refuses to love him.
The Comedy of Errors - WSF16 March 2012 - 14 May 2012
The Comedy of Errors is directed by Amir Nizar Zuabi. Founder of the Palestinian theatre company ShiberHur, his productions for them include In The Penal Colony (Young Vic) and I Am Yusuf and This Is My Brother (Young Vic), which he wrote and directed
Richard III - WSF22 March 2012 - 15 September 2012
Power-hungry Richard, Duke of Gloucester, plots, manipulates and murders his way to the throne in Shakespeare’s brilliant exposé of this infamous monarch
The Tempest - WSF30 March 2012 - 19 May 2012
Prospero is usurped from his position as Duke of Milan and cast away with his daughter to a remote island. Twelve years later, and intent on revenge, he raises a magical tempest that shipwrecks his enemies on his shores. What begins as a search for retribution develops into a journey of acceptance and compassion in Shakespeare’s final play
King John - WSF06 April 2012 - 15 September 2012
King John’s claim to the throne is challenged by France, which threatens war unless he steps aside in favour of his nephew, Arthur. A bitter, political struggle ensues as a weakened king clings to power, no matter what the cost
World Shakespeare Festival Begins23 April 2012 - 20 October 2012
The World Shakespeare Festival is a celebration of Shakespeare as the world’s playwright, produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company in an unprecedented collaboration with leading UK and international arts organisations
Romeo and Juliet in Baghdad - WSF26 April 2012 - 05 May 2012
Baghdad’s Iraqi Theatre Company create a version of Romeo and Juliet for a new generation, infused with Iraq’s rich traditions of poetry, music and ritual
London 2012 Live Site Opens01 May 2012 - 30 September 2012
Coventry's Big Screen is officially opened as a Live Site for London 2012 with events, films and interactive games for the public to enjoy and be part of London 2012
Two Roses For Richard III07 May 2012 - 12 May 2012
Two Roses for Richard III begins in promenade and moves into The Courtyard Theatre from outside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. This production reunites two of Brazil’s leading directors, Claúdio Baltar (circus companies: Intrepida, Archaos) and Fábio Ferreira, known for his text-based theatre and multimedia work
We Love You City08 May 2012 - 26 May 2012
Following a hugely successful run in 2010, the Belgrade’s smash-hit FA Cup drama, We Love You City, is back to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Coventry City FC’s historic win!
London 2012 Inspire Day16 May 2012
A day of celebration for all the projects awarded the London 2012 Inspire Mark
Olympic Torch Relay - Coventry Torchbearers Celebration Event18 May 2012
A private event to celebrate the inspirational people across Coventry who has been nominated and chosen to carry the Olympic Flame
100 days to go until London 2012 Paralympic Games21 May 2012
Monday 21 May marks only 100 days to go until the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games
In A Pickle - WSF23 May 2012 - 17 June 2012
Renowned for their ‘wonderlands’, Oily Cart creates a total theatre experience for children aged 2 to 4, their families and friends. Multi-talented performers, live music, enchanting visuals, intriguing textures and delightful odours come together to create a magical introduction to the theatre
Service marking the Jubilee of the Consecration25 May 2012
2012 is the year that Coventry Cathedral will be celebrating its Golden Jubilee - a landmark occasion recognising 50 years of service to Coventry's community and the world, both through its unique international mission of peace and reconciliation, and as a cultural centre for the performing arts
CAP Bursary Awards 201228 May 2012
Talented athletes from across Coventry and Warwickshire will be awarded a sports bursary to help them to achieve their sporting potential (Please note that this is an invitiation only event)
Julius Caesar - WSF28 May 2012 - 07 July 2012
The dictator must be assassinated. But who will replace him? Shakespeare’s great political thriller finds dark contemporary echoes in modern Africa, directed by RSC Chief Associate Director Gregory Doran
Britten: War Requiem 50th Anniversary with CBSO30 May 2012
On the fiftieth anniversary of that legendary premiere, the CBSO returns to Coventry as part of the Cathedral's Golden Jubilee celebrations. And with three of the world's greatest singers as soloists, this promises to be one of the CBSO's artistic highlights of 2012
