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Prince Charles joins actors on stage for Shakespeare celebrations

The Prince of Wales has taken to the stage as Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, rounding off a day of celebrations marking the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death.

Charles, who is patron of the Royal Shakespeare Company, made a surprise appearance in a star-studded televised gala in Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Stratford has played host to a series of events throughout the day in celebration of the Bard's life and works.

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Shakespeare memorial parade begins in Stratford

A funeral-style parade honouring 400 years since the death of playwright William Shakespeare has begun in his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon.

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The parade, which began on a rather sombre note, is due to end on a more upbeat level with a performance from the New Orleans jazz band.

It is one of a series of events up and down the country honouring the landmark occasion anniversary.

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