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Romeo a Juliet

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
A ground-breaking new exploration of Shakespeare’s tragic love story, Romeo a Juliet weaves together Welsh and English, placing the violent feud between the Montagues and Capulets in bilingual Wales.
Mewn cynhyrchiad arloesol newdd o stori garu trasig Shakespeare, bydd Romeo a Juliet yn plethu’r Gymraeg a’r Saesneg, gan osod y ffrae ffyrnig rhwng y teuluoedd Montague a Capulet yng nghymdeithas dwyieithog Nghymru.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Performed for the first time in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, discover the shadowy underbelly of one of Shakespeare’s most magical plays. Naeem Hayat co-directs alongside Headlong Artistic Director Holly Race Roughan.
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Pinocchio

Globe Theatre
See Pinocchio, a magical new family musical in London’s iconic, Globe Theatre. By Charlie Josephine and Jim Fortune, directed by Sean Holmes.
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The Crucible

Globe Theatre
Step into Salem for a ★★★★★ 'compelling... vital watch' (Broadway World), as Arthur Miller's must-see thriller unfolds in the uniquely immersive atmosphere of the Globe Theatre. Must end 12 July.
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Romeo and Juliet

Globe Theatre
A showdown simmers this summer as the Globe Theatre transforms into the dangerous world of the Wild West in an 'irresistible' ★★★★ (The Guardian) and 'heartbreaking' ★★★★ (WhatsOnStage) Romeo and Juliet.
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The Merry Wives of Windsor

Globe Theatre
Discover the wild, mythic and daring underbelly of Elizabethan England as Shakespeare’s raucous comedy explodes into the Globe Theatre this summer.
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Rough Magic

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Our ‘wildly entertaining’ ★★★★ (The Stage) family show with Splendid Productions returns to cast its hilarious spell in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse over the summer holidays.
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Twelfth Night or What You Will

Globe Theatre
Shakespeare’s dizzying tragicomedy sweeps into the Globe Theatre in an intoxicating whirlwind. Shipwrecked, grief-stricken Viola finds herself in a strange love tangle…
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Troilus and Cressida

Globe Theatre
Two opposing worlds clash in Shakespeare’s rarely performed Troilus and Cressida, a genre-defying satirical study of appearance versus reality.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream: For One Night Only

Globe Theatre
Gather for an ultra-live experiment, as we recreate Shakespeare’s magical comedy for one night only. A night that promises to be spontaneous, revelatory, and celebratory!
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Globe Theatre Guided Tour

Globe Theatre
This unique experience includes access to our brand-new walk-through exhibition space – bringing 400 years of thrilling history to life – and a guided tour of the Globe Theatre itself.
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Heaven to Hell Tour

Bankside Globe Theatre
Become a Member (from £5 a month) to unlock our backstage tours. Guided by an experienced production team member, view the thatched roof up close, walk the stage, and venture into the Globe's hidden depths.
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Shakespeare's Walking Tour

Bankside
This unique experience includes a walking tour of Bankside, London’s original theatre district bringing 400 years of thrilling history to life. The tour finishes with access to our walk-through exhibition space.
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SCHOOLS & TEACHERS

Bring Shakespeare to life for your class.

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YOUNG PEOPLE

Jump into theatre, acting, and literature at our interactive events.

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FAMILIES

Bring the whole family along to special events, shows and tours.

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Experience Shakespeare’s Globe productions at any time.

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RESEARCH

Deep dive with study days, talks and research events for all.

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GUIDED TOURS

Our range of tours offer adventures for all interests, ages and availability.

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THE GLOBE TALKS

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