Theatre: William Shakespeare
Commons · Question 128003 · Tabled 16 Apr 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Manuela Perteghella
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what support is provided, including through the British Council, to UK theatre companies touring Shakespeare productions internationally; and what assessment she has made of the potential impact
Answer
Answered by Ian Murray, 23 Apr 2026
The government provides support for international touring theatre, including Shakespeare productions, primarily through strategic funding delivered by Arts Council England (ACE).ACE's core investment strengthens theatre resilience across England via the N...