The twelfth World Shakespeare Congress (WSC) will be hosted by the Skenè Research Centre at the University of Verona from 20-26 July next year under the theme of “Planetary Shakespeares”.
The event marks the fiftieth anniversary of the International Shakespeare Association (ISA).
The Skenè local organising committee has announced that ISA members may sign up for WSC workshops and seminars until 15 September.
Full registration will be open as follows:
Early bird registration from 1 December 2025 to 31 March 2026
Regular registration from 1 April to 15 June 2026
Create an account here.
Here is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about registration:
- Where do I find the lists of panels, seminars, and workshops?
Here: https://www.wsc2026.org/panels/, https://www.wsc2026.org/seminars/ and https://www.wsc2026.org/workshops/ respectively.
- Where can I sign up for seminars and workshops?
Here: https://www.wsc2026.org/seminars-workshops-pre-registration/
- When is the deadline for signing up for a seminar and workshop?
September 15, 2025. Do remember that it is on a first-come, first-served basis. No abstract is needed at this stage. If you have any questions, please write to submissions@wsc2026.org
- What is the maximum size of a seminar/workshop?
The maximum is 18 people.
- Do I need to be an ISA member to sign up for seminars/workshops?
Yes, unless you are a performer. In order to become an ISA member, see here: https://internationalshakespeare.org.uk
- Can I sign up for panels or submit new seminars or workshops?
No, these submissions are closed.
- Can I double-enrol?
Yes, but only in one other seminar/workshop.
- What happens if I am enrolled in two overlapping seminars?
You’ll have to choose which one you are attending and you will have to notify the organisers at general_info@wsc2026.org
- Can I request a particular day/time?
The Programme Committee will communicate the slot you have been assigned. In order to have an idea whether panels/seminars/workshops are held in the morning or in the afternoon, see our calendar: https://www.wsc2026.org/calendar/
- Where can I register? What are the fees?
See here: https://www.wsc2026.org/registration/ You will be allowed to register from 1 December 2025. The early bird deadline is March 31, 2026.
- Can I change my mind after registering?
We can provide up to 10 refunds of the registration fee by the end of June 2026 (on a first-come, first-served basis).
- Is the social dinner included in the fee when registering?
No, unlike the welcome aperitivo, you will have to pay extra for the social dinner.
- Can I buy a day pass?
No.
- Are there any grants or fee waivers?
A small number of need-based registration fees waivers and bursaries are available. Please send your application letter and a CV to office@internationalshakespeare.org.uk by 1 December 2025. The results will be announced in January 2026.
- Who should I contact if I have any questions?
See here: https://www.wsc2026.org/contacts/