# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: The Birmingham Bach Choir visits Bridgnorth to perform songs from Shakespeare, in the presence of Queen Elizabeth I.About this EventWe return to Bridgnorth for an upbeat summer's afternoon programme, joined by the well-known broadcaster Lesley Smith as Queen Elizabeth I. Songs with double bass and piano accompaniment will set the scene and Queen Elizabeth I will add her insights and opinions of theatre life, Shakespeare and his plays. The light hearted texts and jazzy elements in the music combine perfectly with her Majesty's reflections, to set you up for the weekend ahead.Birmingham Bach Choir performs:George Shearing: Songs and SonnetsVaughan Williams: Three Shakespeare SongsSven-Eric Johanson: Fancies IWard Swingle: It was a lover and his lassSven-Eric Johanson: Fancies IIEric Wetherell: How like a winter & Shall I compare thee?Herbert Murrill: O Mistress mineGeorge Shearing: Music to hearConductor: Paul SpicerIn the presence ofQueen Elizabeth I (Lesley Smith)Double bass: Ben MarklandPiano: John TurvilleFor more information about Birmingham Bach Choir, Lesley Smith, John Turville, Ben Markland and this concert see below and also visit: www.birmingham.bachchoir.com. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/568ddb30-7629-11f1-b452-0f2e0e513fce-rimg-w593-h740-dc020102-gmir.jpg Lesley Smith is a medical historian holding an M.Phil in Tudor medicine; she is a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, and a Member of the Society of Medical Writers. A well known broadcaster (150 television appearances in the UK and abroad), she is a former Curator of Tutbury Castle in Staffordshire and is well known for her highly entertaining and informative costumed portrayals of historical characters, which she performs all across the UK. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/56ddf700-7629-11f1-a6ed-5146a8713f7b-rimg-w1109-h740-dc181415-gmir.jpg The Birmingham Bach Choir is one of the country's leading large chamber choirs. Its recent performance in Birmingham in November 2025 (programme including Rutter's Requiem) received outstanding reviews:".. ..This was a faultless performance of this work, full of light, shade, colour and texture. There were opportunities for every part of the choir to shine, the cello and oboe adding to the sublime harmonies which filled the gorgeous acoustic of Bournville Parish Church in its centenary year....Overall, this was a lovely programme ...and navigated with seemingly effortless ease by the choir under the ever-expert direction of Paul Spicer. I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again - Birmingham Bach Choir is an amateur ensemble who achieves a standard akin to any professional group....." (David Barton) https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/5720a550-7629-11f1-a87c-552e322304e6-rimg-w572-h740-dc292c35-gmir.jpg The historic church of St Mary Madalene, East Castle Street, Bridgnorth WV16 4AQ.For more local information and information about public transport, car parking etc, see our website:www.birmingham.bachchoir.comThis programme is not considered suitable for very young children/babies. For the comfort of all our audience children under 6 will not be admitted but from age 6, accompanied by an adult, children are welcome with a student ticket. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bridgnorth/a-date-with-shakespeare-and-queen-elizabeth-i/100001984892218056 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, concerts, theatre, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: St Mary Magdalene Church - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 13.7, max: 22.38, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bridgnorth - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: St Mary Magdalene Church - **lat**: 52.5325128 - **long**: -2.4186574 - **full address**: St Mary Magdalene Church, East Castle Street, Bridgnorth, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/3301c896709137ae5622ac941f42addfff1ff02700fe732e953f5edd07482de4-rimg-w640-h319-dcf6d05c-gmir.jpg?v=1774129140 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I being held? - **A:** A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at St Mary Magdalene Church, East Castle Street, Bridgnorth, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I? - **A:** A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I is organized by Birmingham Bach Choir. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** A Date with Shakespeare - and Queen Elizabeth I is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bridgnorth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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