AI and Shakespeare: A British Shakespeare Association Virtual Conference: CFP

In the interests of economy and inclusivity, the BSA will be meeting virtually in 2026 over two half days (26 – 27 February, 2026, 1.00 – 5.00 pm GMT). It will be a chance to reflect upon and take stock of the explosive impact of AI on the Shakespeare community, from the perspective of research, performance, and education. The conference will be structured around opportunities and threats, or briefs and griefs. We welcome 5-10 minute presentations on any subject relating to Shakespeare and AI and short abstracts (circa 150 words) should be sent to Deborah Cartmell and Lisa Hopkins (djc@dmu.ac.uk; l.m.hopkins@shu.ac.uk) by 12 January 2026. To attend or give a paper, membership of the BSA is a requirement, otherwise, there are no conference fees (https://www.britishshakespeare.ws/join-the-bsa-or-renew-membership/).

The conference will also include short panel discussions on AI and editing and publishing, recent work on Shakespeare and AI, and AI and teaching.