Luvvies united for Shakespeare

Some of Britain's most celebrated actors and musicians perform personal interpretations of Shakespearean sonnets at a special Royal Academy of Dramatic Art's gala concert this Sunday.

Those expected at When Love Speaks include: a reunited Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart, Des'ree, Dave Gilmour, Richard Briers and Fiona Shaw.

This unlikely crew of luvvies and ageing pop stars are performing their Shakespearean sonnets to promote an album of the same name released this week through EMI Classics, featuring their work.

Alan Rickman will present the second half after hot-footing it from a matinee performance of Private Lives. The event will be hosted by RADA chairman Lord Attenborough.

All proceeds will go to the academy.

When Love Speaks: Shakespeare's sonnets in words and music
The Old Vic, SE1
Sunday, February 10, 8pm
020 7369 1722