Sir John Soane’s deep and abiding love of Shakespeare’s work was present in his professional endeavours, his personal life, and, in the intersection of the two: his home.

The 18th and early 19th centuries saw a great revival of interest in Shakespeare, with celebrated actors like David Garrick, John Philip Kemble and his sister Sarah Siddons performing regularly in his plays. John and Eliza Soane enjoyed visits to the theatre throughout their relationship, and Soane continued to go to the theatre even after his wife’s death in 1815. 

Soane’s admiration for Shakespeare as the greatest literary genius in England’s history is reflected in his collection of busts, paintings of scenes from his plays, and even the coveted and very rare First Folio.

On the evening of 18 July, join the Museum’s splendid guides for Twilight Tour: Soane and Shakespeare and delve into the hidden depths of this unique house-museum and all of its Shakespearian references. 

Sir John Soane's Museum

Book tickets now: Twilight Tour: Soane and Shakespeare, July – Soane Shop