Useful links to other organisations

The International Shaw Society (ISS) is a non-profit organization established in 2004 to promote the life, works, and legacy of playwright George Bernard Shaw. Serving as a community for scholars, theatre practitioners, and enthusiasts, the ISS fosters international research, organizes conferences, and hosts annual symposia at The Shaw Festival in Canada. 

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Produces the journal SHAW: The Journal of Bernard Shaw Studies (published by The Pennsylvania State University Press) It has a regular newsletter.

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Shaw left a vast portion of his literary, personal papers, and substantial royalties to the British Museum / Library to fund its work. The British Museum Library held fond memories for Shaw as he used it extensively as a place to study and write as a young man.

 

Despite initial disputes over funds, the Library holds extensive collections of his manuscripts and letters.

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The money from the Shaw fund, boosted by royalties from his plays and in particular the musical adaptation of Pygmalion My Fair Lady, has helped the British Library make many major acquisitions.

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The Irish Cultural Centre (ICC) in Hammersmith, London, opened its doors in 1995 and is the UK’s leading centre dedicated to the promotion and celebration of Irish arts and culture in London.

 

The purpose-built venue features a performance auditorium, modern bar and lounge, art gallery, Irish heritage library, and meeting spaces.

 

The ICC hosts lectures, film screenings, literary events, and performances of Bernard Shaw's plays with The Shaw Society. In July 2026 the ICC is hosting The Inaugural London Shaw Festival.

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Camden Local Studies and Archives Centre offer a wide range of talks, events, and exhibitions relating to Camden history including Bernard Shaw. It is worth joining their mailing list Email: localstudies@camden.gov.uk

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You'll also find a range of recordings, videos, podcasts, articles, and exhibitions relating to Camden's history on their webpage. and at their archive via appointment.

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Camden archivist Tudor Allen has explored Shaw’s many links with the locality and is often invited to speak on Shaw's many links to Camden.

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https://www.camden.gov.uk/about-the-local-studies-archives-centre

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Image: Holborn Library in 1960 © Camden Local Studies and Archives Centre

Shaw's Corner was the Hertfordshire home of Bernard Shaw and his wife Charlotte Located in Ayot St Lawrence, this Edwardian villa has been preserved largely as Shaw himself staged it for the National Trust. The house and contents offer a glimpse into the life of one of the 20th century's most famous literary figures.

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Shaw's Corner - National Trust is open for pre-booked tours at 10.15am and 11.15am, with open free-flow visits after 12.30pm. You may also visit between 10am and 5pm if you just want to explore the garden.

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During the year there are many special events including performances of a Shaw play sponsored by The Shaw Society in the Shaw's Corner garden to celebrate Shaw's Birthday​​​​

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Bernard Shaw was a co-founder of the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 1895, alongside Sidney and Beatrice Webb and Graham Wallas. Although he was less involved in daily management than the Webbs, he was a supportive influence. 

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Charlotte Shaw was an early benefactor of the LSE and The Shaw Library at LSE was established with her donation. In the early years of their marriage the Shaw's lived in a flat situated over the LSE in Adelphi Terrace, 

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 Shaw left his personal business records (diaries, bank books, and correspondence) Library of Political and Economic Science at LSE.

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Bernard Shaw and Oscar Wilde, both Dublin-born playwrights, born within 20 minutes walk of one another. They maintained a relationship of "wary respect" as 19th-century Irish exiles, often taking opposing dramatic approaches to social issues. The Oscar Wilde Society  frequently explores this connection, featuring comparisons, joint events with The Shaw Society and discussions of the two playwrights shared artistic, yet different social, worlds. 

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When Wilde faced legal ruin, Shaw was one of the few prominent figures to defend him publicly, and encouraged theatres to perform Wilde's work after his death and imprisonment.. 

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SHAW2020 is an award-winning Theatre Company dedicated to exploring the works of George Bernard Shaw, and the works of his contemporaries, bringing them to a wider and more diverse audience.

 

Founded in 2018, by acting members of The Shaw Society. SHAW2020 takes its name from the expiration of Shaw’s copyright in 2020. they have a deep understanding of Shaw's work and aim to adapt, expand, and develop Shaw’s works for current and future audiences by blending classic storytelling with contemporary and inclusive themes.

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Recent productions include Mrs Warrens Profession, Chehov's The Proposal and Village Wooing.

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"It’s wonderful to see Shaw’s work being kept alive, and to such a high standard by SHAW2020. Long may they continue."

Dame Judi Dench​​

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