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Shakespeare's Dramatic Duos

A Memory Game

Bethan Davies author Alice Lindstrom illustrator

Format:Cards

Publisher:Quarto Publishing PLC

Publishing:19th Mar '26

£14.99

This title is due to be published on 19th March, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

Shakespeare's Dramatic Duos cover

Can you match Romeo with Juliet, King Lear with his fool and many more, in this Shakespeare-themed memory game?

  • Shakespeare matching game: Reunite iconic duos from Shakespeare's plays in this fun and easy-to-learn card game. 
  • Includes an illustrated booklet: Learn the rules of the game and discover more about all the characters and the plays they feature in. 
  • The perfect gift for fans of theatre and literature, as well as students brushing up on their Shakespeare. 
  • A fun way to sharpen memory skills: Educational, screen-free entertainment for two or more players. 
  • Sturdy gift box contains: 40 cards and 28-page booklet. 



From star-crossed lovers to power couples, and comedic connections to co-conspirators, the works of William Shakespeare feature double acts of all kinds. Put your memory skills and literary knowledge to the test as you try to reunite the bard's most iconic pairs before your opponents.

To play, arrange the cards face down then flip two over – do they show a correct couple? If they do, you win the pair. If not, try to remember where the different characters are located so you can make a match on your next turn. All the pairs are listed in the booklet – along with helpful reminders about who they are and which plays they feature in – so don't worry if you don't know all the characters to begin with. After a few plays, you'll be a Shakespeare pro!


ISBN: 9781805700814

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 250g

40 pages