End of any Shakespeare play

ACT V

Think of the final division in a classic five-part theatrical structure, often marked by a Roman numeral.

Shakespeare’s plays are divided into five acts, with "Act V" marking the final section—hence the "end" of any of his works. The clue plays on this structural convention, treating "end" literally as the last act rather than a conclusion or death. It’s a straightforward reference to theatrical tradition, not a wordplay or pun.