Welcome to "The Will" - Experimental Series, where the timeless genius of Shakespeare meets the vanguard of contemporary interpretation. This is not your typical encounter with the Bard; it's a bold exploration of his enduring narratives through innovative theatrical approaches and daring, free adaptations for the stage.

We're pushing boundaries not only in live performance but also across diverse audiovisual productions, including feature films, shorts, and docudramas. The Experimental Series is a vibrant crucible for artistic vision, inviting audiences to witness a radical reimagining of classical texts. Here, we champion all deep, fertile, and creative approaches to Shakespeare's works, embracing everything from rigorous traditional, period, and historical stagings, to the cinematic grandeur of an Akira Kurosawa-style free adaptation, and the boldest contemporary experimental interpretations. We believe true innovation often stems from a profound understanding of tradition. Prepare for theatre that challenges, inspires, and transforms.

As the renowned composer Gustav Mahler famously said, "Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire." (Attributed to Gustav Mahler, though sometimes with a debated origin and links to Thomas More and Benjamin Franklin).

Indeed, our enduring love for Shakespeare's "golden tradition" and "golden rules" stems from his unique treatment of blank verse, his unparalleled depth, and his unmatched understanding of human nature. It is this profound respect that compels us not only to diligently preserve and develop the traditional approach, engaging with all wonderful scholarly material, but also to forge new, contemporary paths. This dual commitment allows us to honour the entire body of Shakespeare's work, ensuring its perpetual relevance and celebrating the myriad ways it can illuminate our world.

As Hamlet wisely noted: "There are more things in heaven and earth [,Horatio,] Than are dreamt of in your philosophy." (Hamlet, Act 1, Scene 5).

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