Former RSC artistic director Gregory Doran giving talk in Stratford

FORMER artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Sir Gregory Doran, will be in conversation with Prof Emma Smith in Stratford on 8th October.

The discussion will open the new season of the Shakespeare Club of Stratford and involves the club’s new president, Sir Gregory, and outgoing president, Prof Smith. A club spokesperson said: “This is expected to be a really special evening featuring two renowned Shakespeareans. A full house is expected and priority will be given to members of the club.”

Membership is £30. Visitors are welcome for £8. The talk will be held at the New Room, Methodist Hall, Old Town, at 7.30pm. For further information, visit www.stratfordshakespeareclub.org.