Put Up Your Swords: Week 3 ⚔️ This week, we started by welcoming Charlie’s Promise to one of the schools taking part in our Knife Crime Awareness Project. “The students today, as they always are, were so engaged, and I had the pleasure of speaking with some of them at the end.” – Martin Cosser

Update: Exciting news! Our 2025/26 GSC Young Company has grown again — we’re thrilled to welcome another talented young person to the cast of this year’s production. #GSCYoungCompany #GuildfordShakespeareCompany #YoungActors #YouthTheatre #NewTalent #202526Season #MeetTheCast

Last night we were at the launch of the Mayor’s Guildford calendar, and all the money raised through sales will benefit the Mayor’s chosen charities… of which we’re honoured to be one! Purchase at Tourist Information Centre or online at https://ow.ly/r7Bb50X2HvM #GuildfordEvents #GuildfordCalendar

We’re so excited to introduce our 2025/26 GSC Young Company! 🎭

💚 Youth Mental Health Day — 19 Sept 2025 💚 #YMHD2025 #ShareSupport Today we celebrate Youth Mental Health Day, raising awareness and encouraging young people to share support. Resources and support from stem4: stem4.org.uk/youthmentalhealthday

✨ Exciting news! ✨ Our director Caroline joins a panel at Guildford Book Festival to talk Frankenstein, Mary Shelley & AI with Jody Cooksley + Prof. Patricia Pulham. 📅 Fri 3 Oct, 7pm | 📍 Uni of Surrey 🎟️ bit.ly/46rlKgF #GSCFrankenstein #GuildfordBookFestival #Talk #Guildford

🚨 CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 We are delighted to introduce the extraordinary cast of our upcoming production of Mary Shelley’s FRANKENSTEIN. Natasha Bain Samuel Collings Daniel Scott-Smith We can’t wait to bring this gothic classic to life on stage! 🎟️ - bit.ly/3IPRx1o #Frankenstein #Cast #Guildford

There’s still time to join our drama clubs! Not only will your young person get the chance to work on an exciting text (with a spooky feel), but they’ll also grow in confidence, resilience & make new friendships along the way. This term, we’re taking inspiration from Frankenstein ow.ly/3JBM50WQhOM

🌟 Good luck to everyone picking up their GCSE results today – and to all the proud parents and carers too! 🎉 If things didn’t go as planned, don’t worry – there are loads of brilliant resources out there to help you figure out your next move.

Today we’re celebrating World Photo Day with a whole gallery of GSC highlights—because one photo just isn’t enough 😍

✨ This week we’re excited to be running our free-to-access holiday club TOGETHER. A huge thank you to Guildford Lions Club for their amazing support in making this possible!

🧟‍♂️ Frankenstein Friday is here! Fact #1... Now it’s your turn—if you could write your own ghost story, what would it be about? Share your spooky ideas in the comments! 💀📖 🎟️ www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk/frankenstein/ #GSCFrankenstein #Frankenstein #FrankensteinFriday #HotTicket

📚 CLASS SPOTLIGHT: The Bard’s Not That Hard This autumn, our much-loved adult class returns! This term, we’re diving into Julius Caesar. Through lively discussion, close reading, and practical exercises you’ll explore Shakespeare in a fun way. Spaces are filling up fast - ow.ly/jQ9v50WBTS7

🚨 Big things are coming in 2026… and it’s our 20th year! Want to be the first to hear what we’ve got planned? 🎉 Join our mailing list – exclusive updates drop there first! ow.ly/iW9x50WBhgN #GSC20Years #GSC #Guildford #MailingList #LetsCelebrate #Theatre #EXCEPTIONALTHEATREINEXTRAORDINARYPLACES

A few spots have opened up for our S.E.N.D Holiday Club Together! Join us for a fun-filled week of drama &creativity as we explore The Wind in the Willows 🐸 “My son loved developing his acting skills – even just for two days! Huge thanks to all involved.” ow.ly/T6I650WztnL

Unveiling the brand new artwork for Frankenstein! Get ready, Guildford — the iconic story with a new adaptation comes to life this October, just in time for spooky season 👨‍🔬 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now - bit.ly/4jKPZ5Q #Frankenstein #Guildford #AI #NewAdaptation #ComingOct2025 #HotTicket

Fantastic performance of Comedy of Errors this afternoon by @guildfordbard.bsky.social at @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social Brilliant staging, timing and comedic interaction. We loved it! Looking forward to seeing A Company of Rascals next!

With ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reviews pouring in, this unforgettable show is setting the stage — and locations around the theatre — alight! Audiences are raving about our summer co-production with @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social 🎭 Some performances SOLD OUT 🎟️ Ends 26 July bit.ly/4fkih5z 📸 Harry Elletson

Another ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Londontheatre1 'Brilliant, Fantastic, Hilarious' @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social www.londontheatre1.com/reviews/the-... #FiveStarTheatre #Guildford #FiveStarReview #HotTicket

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - The Stage “Unforgettable theatrical highlight of the summer” @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social www.thestage.co.uk/long-reviews... #FiveStarShow #Guildford #TheStage #GuildfordTheatre

Well, I'm not going to tell you _anything_ about the @guildfordbard.bsky.social production of "The Comedy of Errors" at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre because I don't want to spoilt it for you except... it was FUN. Bravo 👏

The Comedy of Errors & A Company of Rascals have now opened. Catch this perfect pairing of parallel plays this July in Guildford, with @guildfordbard.bsky.social! More info and book now: www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/comedy-error... #theatresky #regionaltheatre #shakespeare 📸Harry Elletson Photography

Join us for a post-show talk TONIGHT and find out how our co-production with @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social came to life, hearing from the cast and creative team. There are still a number of tickets available - bit.ly/4fkih5z #Guildford #Theatre #PostShowTalk #ComedyofErrors #CompanyofRascals

Pride & Prejudice celebrated its 100th show on Saturday! Yes the matinee in New York at 59E59 Theaters will was our century-show of this 5-star, feel-good show. Congratulations to everyone! #janeasuten #newyork #prideandprejudice #100shows #mrdarcy #Guildford

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WELL BEING WEEKS Our free to access summer clubs are back! www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk/wellbeingwee... to find out more!

🎭 ONE MONTH TO GO! 🎉 📅 Save the date, gather your fellow theatre-lovers, and get ready for an unforgettable summer of Shakespearean silliness. @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social Tickets - www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/comedy-error...

🇬🇧 to 🇺🇸 #PrideandPrejudice #FromGuildfordtoNewYork #PrideAndPrejudiceFans #UKtoUSA #TransatlanticJourney #LiteraryTravel

Theatre review: Pride and Prejudice from Guildford Shakespeare Company at 59e59 Theatres, Brits OffBroadway, New York www.britishtheatreguide.info/reviews/prid...

🎭 Double the chaos. Double the comedy. Rehearsals are kicking off for our wildest summer yet – and we’ve got a cheeky teaser to get you laughing! One cast. Two shows. Five weeks. Fast. Frantic. Full-on funny. youtu.be/HDGS6_nbX1s?... #ComedyofErrors #RascalSummer #Guildford #SummerofComedy

🎭 Loved Pride and Prejudice with GSC? Now it’s your turn to take the stage! This summer, join our Play-In-A-Week Drama Clubs—packed with games, improv, storytelling, stage moves (maybe even some safe sword fights 👀), and loads of fun. bit.ly/gscholiday

The Bennet's are back!! On Friday the #prideandprejudice team were back in GSC's rehearsal room for a little refresher before heading out to New York next weekend for our US debut!! Opens Off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters 30 May!! 👉 www.59e59.org/shows/show-d...

Summer Drama Days are Back! We’re thrilled to return to the beautiful Dapdune Wharf and this year, we’re diving into the enchanting world of ‘The Wind in the Willows’! Date: Thursday 31 July & Wednesday 20 August Time: 10am – 4pm Ages: 7–12 🎟️ Spaces are limited – ow.ly/rqP550VWhcs

Our cast for The Comedy of Errors and A Company of Rascals is confirmed, look at this amazing bunch! We can't wait to get to work with them bringing these two co-productions to life. Head to our website to find out more about this project we are working on with @guildfordbard.bsky.social

Our client PETER LOSASSO will be joining the cast at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre for not one, but two plays! A COMEDY OF ERRORS and A COMPANY OF RASCALS which will be performed alongside each other in July. How? Only one way to find out! @guildfordbard.bsky.social @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social

Mistaken identities, wrecked ships? Please join our chat with Matt Pinches of @guildfordbard.bsky.social and learn all about their new production of 'Comedy of Errors' and why #Shakespeare is forever relevant... @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social #visitguildford open.spotify.com/episode/1fEL...

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we're celebrating the power of community. At GSC, we see how shared stories and spaces can support wellbeing and connection. Grateful to be part of something bigger. Who’s in your community? #ThisIsMyCommunity #GuildfordShakespeare

🌟 Tonight, Sarah is attending the 2025 Dynamic Awards — and we’re thrilled to be nominated in THREE categories! 🏆 Community Hero Award 💼 Businesswoman of the Year 🚀 SME Business of the Year Wish us luck! ✨ #DynamicAwards2025 #WomenInBusiness #SMEExcellence #CommunityImpact

Last night, we reunited with our brilliant GSC Young Company 2024/25 to celebrate their incredible journey and reflect on their production. It was such a joy to see everyone again. ✨ Audition dates for the 2025/26 GSC Young Company are now live on our website — bit.ly/3YWDOeq

Casting has been announced for @guildfordbard.bsky.social upcoming rep productions of Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors and Phil Porter's A Company of Rascals, with the wonderful #SaraCrowe as part of the company! The productions run 10th to 26th July at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

As full of spirit as the month of May

CAST ANNOUNCEMENT! We’re thrilled to announce that the brilliant Robert Duncan and Sara Crowe will be joining our summer productions, The Comedy of Errors & A Company of Rascals! Thu 10 - Sat 26 Jul | @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social 🎟️ bit.ly/4fkih5z

In partnership with Big Leaf Foundation & The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre we’re working with displaced young people in Surrey. The 8-week journey will end in a public event Friday 20 June 7pm audiences can sample food created by the participants & experience the stories they’ve shared bit.ly/42CxbPp

Find out all about our movement class 'Shake it with Shakespeare' youtu.be/f2qRIEIfwkI?... Want to come along? Book here - guildfordshakespeare.ticketsolve.com/.../1173659951

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded funding from the National Lottery Community Fund to support our 'With My Eyes' dramatherapy project! This pioneering initiative is designed to help families break the cycle of mental health challenges in a safe environment. bit.ly/3Kw4qfW

From Guildford Dragon: Sarah Gobran, co-founder of the Guildford Shakespeare Company, has been busy and she enthusiastically shares her news with Dragon readers in this interview with Martin Giles. youtu.be/YrtApW1-IH4

So excited to be part of this with our production of Pride & Prejudice! Hear all about it here...

🎬✨ Behind the Scenes with GSC & Delight! ✨🎭 We've been hard at work this week, creating exciting new videos for Delight in Shakespeare! 🎥📖 This means even more young people will get to experience the magic of Shakespeare! Stay tuned for more updates! #Shakespeare #Delight #SchoolsTour

Happy World Autism Awareness Day! Did you know we offer a drama club specifically designed for young autistic people? Our Monday evening sessions provide a supportive space to explore through drama and in a fun, nurturing environment. Find out more and sign up here - bit.ly/dramaclubsgsc

Come and see our GSC Young People perform this Saturday! Expect an exciting lineup of performances showcasing the incredible talents within our community! 💃🎤🎶 🎟️ - www.tickettailor.com/events/thero...