Gift Ideas for the Shakespeare Fan
Do you have someone in your life who’s Roman Empire is Shakespeare? Are they impossible to shop for? Well we have good news for you. Shakespeare is also our Roman Empire and one of our co-founders Katy has curated a list for every kind of Shakespeare Fan in your life. The items on this list vary in all kinds of price ranges and are from all over so be sure to check delivery times in order to get them in for Christmas. You can find the links for all the items listed on our Pinterest Board.
For the Kids in your life
It’s never too early to get the kids involved and loving Shakespeare! From the fantastical fairies to the courageous battles, there is something every kid can identify with to help grow their imagination. The Usborne Complete Shakespeare is a great introduction for kids to some of Shakespeare’s most famous works and is recommended for ages 8+.
For the trinket collector
There are plenty of options out there (especially on Etsy) of things Shakespeare fans will love. The Globe Theatre in London also has an online shop with some great gift options.
It’s hard to go wrong with a good graphic tee shirt. And “No” Is an excellent quote for anyone to wear.
The link on Pinterest may be a sticker shock but there are plenty of listings on Ebay for a reasonable price!
Who doesn’t want their favorite bard watching over their presents?
These gifts would look great in any home or office and can fit any aesthetic you are looking for.
Despite what your partner or family and friends may say one can never have too many mugs…
For the aspiring writer
Does your loved one want to be just like Shakespeare one day? Give them the tools to achieve that in the aesthetic of their favorite writer.
A beautiful leather bound journal can inspire any writer to put thought to paper.
And of course who doesn’t love the look of a feather pen and wax seals? There are lots of options for wax seals all over Amazon and Etsy including custom designs.
Obviously your writer will need somewhere to store their writing instruments.
For the reading fan
The amount of books out there involving Shakespeare and about him can be overwhelming. So here’s a very SMALL list of some options for all kinds of readers.
We are obsessed with this book holster and it needed a place on the top of our readers present section.
While Dame Judi Dench’s book doesn’t come out till April 2024, it had to make our list because we are just so excited for it. Patrick Stewart’s book is out and while it’s not only about Shakespeare, he talks a lot about his work performing it and the London theatre scene and is a must read for any fan of his.
A historical fiction following the Globe’s fight choreographer through his rebellion.
A historical fiction from the viewpoint of Anne Hathaway and the grief of losing their son Hamnet.
A murder mystery that delves heavily into multiple plays and keeping it palpable for all audiences.
The first in an entire series that rewrites all of the Star Wars Saga as Elizabethan characters. R2D2 also has a soliloquy if you needed more convincing.
And last but certainly not least, it’s never bad to round out their collection of Shakespeare plays. Pelican and Folgers are both respected editions but make sure to find out which editions your person enjoys. People have very strong opinions about this.
