John Shakespeare, father of William Shakespeare, marries Mary Arden, a farmer's daughter.

Tragically, Joan Shakespeare, the first child of John and Mary, passes away in infancy in 1562.

John and Mary Shakespeare celebrate the birth of their second child, Margaret, in 1563.

William Shakespeare was born in 1564.

William Shakespeare, the renowned playwright, was born in Stratford-Upon-Avon to John Shakespeare and Mary Arden. He was the eldest surviving sibling and had five younger siblings.

William Shakespeare, the renowned playwright, was born in his house in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England. His exact birth date is unknown, but he is traditionally celebrated on April 23, the day of his baptism.

In 1566, William Shakespeare's brother Gilbert was born.

John Shakespeare, a local businessman and glover, achieved the position of Mayor of Stratford-upon-Avon, showcasing his rise in local government during William Shakespeare's early years.

27 years earlier, William Shakespeare's father had applied for the Coat of Arms for the family.

Shakespeare becomes eligible to attend Kind Edward VI Grammar School in Stratford.

Following his tenure as Mayor, John Shakespeare faced legal troubles as he was charged with illegal wool dealing, leading to a decline in the family's fortunes.

William's sister Anne is born.

In 1575, John Shakespeare starts to experience financial and personal difficulties, leading to the loss or remortgaging of his properties. This situation likely impacted William Shakespeare's education.

In 1579, William Shakespeare's sister Anne passes away at the young age of 8. This event would have had a significant emotional impact on the family.

In 1580, William Shakespeare's brother Edmund is born. This addition to the family would have brought both joy and new responsibilities.

In 1582, William Shakespeare tied the knot with Anne Hathaway, a union that became a notable event in the personal life of the renowned playwright.

On November 27, 1582, William Shakespeare's adult life in Stratford likely begins. This period marks a transition into more mature responsibilities and endeavors.

The names of several characters in Love's Labours Lost, a play by Shakespeare, are also found on Anthony Bacon's passport, which is currently housed in the British Museum. This connection raises questions and speculations about the authorship of Shakespeare's works.

In 1583, William Shakespeare marries Anne Hathaway at Temple Grafton. Anne Hathaway was 26 years old at the time of their marriage.

In 1585, William Shakespeare's son Hamnet and his twin sister Judith were born. Additionally, the Earl of Leicester was dispatched to assist the Dutch in their fight against the Spanish.

Twins Judith and Hamnet were born on February 2nd in 1585. Shakespeare also started his theatrical career in London around this time.

Shakespeare leaves Stratford as The Rose Theater opens on the Southbank of London, marking the beginning of The Lost Years.

The play 'Henry I, II, III, IV' was written between 1589 and 1591.

Between April and July of 1589, William Shakespeare wrote his first play, 'Henry VI Part I'.

In 1590, William Shakespeare's writing career begins. This marks the beginning of his journey as one of the most renowned playwrights in history.

The play 'Richard III' was written between 1591 and 1593.

In 1592-1594, there is a likelihood of William Shakespeare's involvement in the authorship of the play 'King Edward III'.

In 1593, William Shakespeare's first printed poem, Venus and Adonis, was published.

On May 26, 1593, William Shakespeare's daughter Susanna was born.

In 1594, Shakespeare's play Titus Andronicus, along with The Famous Victories of Henry the Fifth, written by an unknown author, were performed and published. This year also marked Shakespeare's collaboration with the Lord Chamberlain's Men.

The first performance of the play 'Titus Andronicus' by William Shakespeare took place on January 24, 1594, as recorded in Philip Henslowe's diary.

On December 28, 1594, 'The Comedy of Errors' by William Shakespeare was first performed at Gray’s Inn Hall.

There is a possibility that a performance of Richard II was preformed at Sir Edward Hoby's house in Westminster on December 7th, 1595.

In 1596, William Shakespeare's son Hamnet passes away.

In August 1596, Shakespeare's son, Hamnet, passed away.

In 1597-98, Shakespeare writes 'King Henry IV, Part 2'.

On August 11, 1597, William Shakespeare's son, Hamnet, passed away, marking a tragic event in the playwright's personal life.

In December 1597, Shakespeare writes 'King Henry IV, Part 1'.

In 1598, William Shakespeare wrote and possibly staged three plays: The Merry Wives of Windsor, Much Ado about Nothing, and 2 Henry IV.

The famous speech delivered by King Henry V in William Shakespeare's play 'Henry V' on Saint Crispin's Day, rallying his troops before the Battle of Agincourt.

On September 21, 1599, the first recorded performance of 'Julius Caesar' took place as a private performance noted by a visitor from Switzerland, Thomas Platter.

William Shakespeare wrote the famous tragedy play 'Hamlet' during this year.

Shakespeare's father passes away in the year 1601.

A revival performance of 'King Richard II' took place at the Globe theatre, commissioned by supporters of the Earl Of Essex.

On May 1, 1603, William Shakespeare purchased 107 acres of land in Old Stratford.

After James I became the new patron, the Chamberlain's Men were renamed as the King's Men.

On September 28, 1603, William Shakespeare purchased a cottage and garden near New Place, where he also planted an orchard.

The King's Men performed 'As You Like It' for the first time at Wilton House in Wiltshire, with James I in the audience.

The play 'Measure for Measure' was performed at court for Christmas in 1604, with the likelihood of being written earlier the same year.

On December 26, 1604, the play 'Measure For Measure' by William Shakespeare was first recorded to be performed at Whitehall.

Written in 1605-1606, 'King Lear' was performed at court in December 1606 and contains references to eclipses that occurred in September and October 1605.

Shakespeare's tragedy 'King Lear' is believed to have been written around this time.

The first recorded performance of 'King Lear' took place as a private show for James I at Whitehall.

The first recorded performance of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' took place on the East India Company ship Red Dragon, off the coast of Sierra Leone.

Shakespeare and six partners secure a lease for the Blackfriars theatre for a twenty-one year term on August 9th.

William Shakespeare's tragedy 'King Lear' is performed at Whitehall on December 26th.

Sonnet 18 by William Shakespeare begins with the famous line 'Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?' and is known for its romantic and timeless themes.

On May 20, 1609, Shakespeare's sonnets were officially entered at Stationers Hall. However, the first Sonnet Folio containing 154 sonnets had not been published yet.

Shakespeare creates plays like 'Cymbeline', 'The Winter's Tale', and 'The Tempest' during this period.

In 1610, William Shakespeare wrote 'The Tempest', which is considered to be his final play that he wrote independently.

In May 1611, The Winter's Tale was performed at the Globe theatre. The play included a dance of satyrs that seemed to be inspired by a court entertainment from January 1611.

In November 1611, The Tempest was performed at court. The play utilized source material that was not accessible before autumn 1610.

In 1612, William Shakespeare wrote the play 'King Henry VIII'.

Shakespeare collaborates with John Fletcher on the plays Henry VIII and The Two Noble Kinsmen while in retirement in Stratford. The Globe Theatre burns down during a performance of Henry VIII.

Shakespeare acts as a witness at the Court of Requests on May 11.

The Globe Theater, where performances of Henry VIII were being held, is destroyed by fire after a performance on June 29th.

The Globe Theater, which burned down in 1613, is rebuilt and reopens in 1614.

On April 26, 1615, William Shakespeare, along with others, petitioned Chancellor Egerton to force Mathew Bacon to surrender certain documents related to the title of the Blackfriars property.

In 1616, the renowned playwright William Shakespeare passed away in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. His death marked the end of an era in English literature, leaving behind a legacy of timeless plays and sonnets that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

In 1616, William Shakespeare creates the initial version of his will, outlining his wishes for the distribution of his estate after his passing.

On March 25, 1616, William Shakespeare completes his final will, making any necessary amendments or additions to his previous testament.

William Shakespeare passes away on April 23, leaving behind a legacy of literary masterpieces that continue to be celebrated and studied worldwide.

William Shakespeare dies on May 5th in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1616.

The third quarto edition of Shakespeare's play Henry V is printed, contributing to the preservation and dissemination of his works.

The First Folio, a collection of William Shakespeare's plays, is published posthumously.

In 1640, Shakespeare's poems continued to be printed, preserving his literary works for future generations.

The Globe Theatre was finally closed down by the Puritans in 1642 and dismantled two or three years later.

William Shakespeare's sister Joan passed away at the age of 77 in 1662.

In 1709, Nicholas Rowe published Works, a collection of stories from Shakespeare's life, including one about William Shakespeare getting caught poaching game from Sir Thomas Lucy and having to leave Stratford to avoid prosecution.

In 1765, Samuel Johnson mentions in his writing that Shakespeare used to hold horses at the door of the play-house before finding better opportunities.

In 1766, George Steevens, a Shakespearean Freemason, reprinted the previously concealed Quarto edition of Shakespeare's Sonnets, making it more widely available.

James Wilmot formulates a thesis suggesting that Shakespeare did not write the plays. He proposes Francis Bacon as the likely candidate based on his investigation in Stratford and surrounding areas.

A celebration or event honoring the works and legacy of William Shakespeare, possibly through performances, readings, or discussions about his influence on literature and art.

In 1994, the BBC aired a program titled 'A Battle of Wills: Who Wrote Shakespeare?' which explored the debate surrounding the authorship of Shakespeare's works, including contenders like Bacon, Oxford, and Marlowe.

A romantic period comedy-drama film released in 1998, depicting a fictional love affair involving William Shakespeare.

The Bell Shakespeare Shorts Festival held in 2020 showcased winning films related to Shakespeare. It provided a platform for students to creatively engage with Shakespearean themes.

In 2021, the Bell Shakespeare Shorts Festival featured winning films centered around Shakespeare. It aimed to encourage students to explore Shakespearean works through film.

The Bell Shakespeare Shorts Festival in 2022 highlighted winning films related to Shakespeare. It continued to promote creative interpretations of Shakespearean themes.

The upcoming season of events and performances scheduled for the year 2024.