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Shakespeare's Globe

A world-renowned theatre, education centre, and cultural landmark. Located on the bank of the River Thames in London, UK, and also always open online.

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Remembering our Patron: His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Today, Friday 9 April, we are deeply saddened to learn of the news that His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh has passed away.

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After one of the most isolating times in global history, we’re delighted to announce a celebration that unites us…

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SUMMER 2021
AT SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE

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LIVE THEATRE RETURNS...

We will be welcoming audiences safely back into our theatres for socially distanced performances from 19 May 2021.

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A Midsummer Night's Dream

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Our raucous 2019 production returns to welcome you back to our wooden 'O' with piñatas, streamers and heaps of glitter.
Summer 2021
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As You Like It

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The Globe Touring Ensemble brings you Shakespeare’s As You Like It, on-site at the Globe Theatre from 8 June – 29 August 2021.
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The Tempest

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Shakespeare’s play of betrayal, love and forgiveness, The Tempest, comes to the Globe Theatre 11 June – 29 August 2021.
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Romeo & Juliet

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Join us in the Globe Theatre for Shakespeare’s most tragic love story, directed by Ola Ince and starring Alfred Enoch.
Summer 2021
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Twelfth Night

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Shakespeare's comedy of mistaken identity, music and the madness of love, Twelfth Night, finds new life in the Globe Theatre for our Summer 2021 season.
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Metamorphoses

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A playful and provocative new play inspired by Ovid. Expect anarchy, shape shifting and a burning chariot of fire.
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LIVE STREAMS & WEBINARS

We’ll be live streaming performances straight to you at home.

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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream

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Join a vital discussion about Shakespeare and race with this free online webinar for A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream Live Stream

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Throughout our Summer 2021 season, we’ll be live streaming A Midsummer Night's Dream straight to you at home.
Summer 2021
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Romeo & Juliet Live Stream

At Home
Our 2021 production of Shakespeare’s universal tale comes direct to your screens at home on 10 July and 7 August.
Summer 2021
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Twelfth Night Live Stream

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Shakespeare’s comedy, Twelfth Night, is live streamed from the Globe Theatre on 4 September and 23 October 2021.
Summer 2021
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Metamorphoses Live Stream

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Inspired by Ovid, Metamorphoses will be live streamed from the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse on select October 2021 dates.
Summer 2021
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‘This summer, we nourish, relish, and cherish the sheer power, potency and importance of theatre and all that she stands for.’

– Michelle Terry

Michelle Terry introduces Summer 2021

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GUIDED TOURS

Explore Shakespeare’s iconic theatre with our tours for all ages.

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Globe Theatre Guided Tour

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Explore Shakespeare’s iconic theatre in 2021 with our tour for all ages.
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Family Guided Tour

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Join our Globe Theatre Family Tours this Easter, ideal for families with children aged 7- 11 years old.
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ALSO IN SUMMER 2021...

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WE STILL NEED YOUR DONATIONS

After the most challenging year in our charity’s history, we still need our supporters to help us recover.

Please donate to help fund the future of Shakespeare’s Globe.

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