Family Events
Introduce the family to Shakespeare with activities created especially for younger audiences! From shows and storytelling sessions to workshops and family tours, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.
Summer Holidays
A World Elsewhere
Where will your imagination take you? Our new Shakespeare-inspired family show arrives this summer holidays, by the Olivier Award-nominated creators of Rough Magic. A co-production with Splendid Productions.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship, and fearless creativity through interactive games and storytelling activities inspired by the show.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship, and fearless creativity through interactive games and storytelling activities inspired by the show. For ages 9-11 and their grown ups.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users (5-8 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship and fearless creativity in our interactive A World Elsewhere Family Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users ages 5-8 and their families.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship, and fearless creativity through interactive games and storytelling activities inspired by the show. For ages 9-11 and their grown ups.
Young Actors Short Course (8–10 years)
A lively and practical course designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways. For young performers aged 8–10.
The Magical Forest: A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre (0-12 months)
Polka Theatre hosts a sensory storytelling adventure in this gentle, interactive workshop for little ones ages 0-12 months and their grown-ups.
The Magical Forest: A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre (1-2 years)
Polka Theatre hosts a storytelling adventure in a gentle, interactive workshop full of music and movement. For little ones ages 1-2 and their grown-ups.
The Magical Forest: A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre (2-4 years)
Polka Theatre hosts an interactive storytelling adventure where play sparks curiosity and imagination. For little ones ages 2-4 and their grown-ups.
Workshops for 5-8 years
Twelfth Night: Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Bring Shakespeare's whirlwind comedy to life in this fun and practical workshop aimed at children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship, and fearless creativity through interactive games and storytelling activities inspired by the show.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users (5-8 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship and fearless creativity in our interactive A World Elsewhere Family Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users ages 5-8 and their families.
As You Like It: Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Discover Shakespeare's chaotic comedy As You Like It in this hands-on workshop for children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
Pinocchio: Puppetry and Drama Workshop (5-8 years)
Create your own world of endless possibilities in this interactive workshop aimed at ages 5–8 and their grown-ups.
Pinocchio: Puppetry and Drama Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users (5-8 years)
An interactive, engaging puppetry and drama workshop aimed at ages 5–8 and their families. Inspired by Globe musical Pinocchio.
Workshops for 9-11 years
Macbeth: On Stage Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Bring Macbeth to life in this fun and practical workshop on one of our unique stages. This workshop is for young people aged 9-11 and their grown-ups.
Twelfth Night: Family Workshop (9-11 Years)
Bring Shakespeare's whirlwind comedy to life in this fun and practical workshop aimed at children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship, and fearless creativity through interactive games and storytelling activities inspired by the show. For ages 9-11 and their grown ups.
A World Elsewhere: Family Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users (9-11 years)
Explore the power of imagination, friendship and fearless creativity in our interactive A World Elsewhere Family Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users ages 9-11 and their families.
As You Like It: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Discover Shakespeare's chaotic comedy As You Like It in this hands-on workshop for children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
Pinocchio: Puppetry and Drama Workshop (9-11 years)
Create your own world of endless possibilities in this interactive, engaging workshop, aimed at ages 9–11 and their families.
Pinocchio: Puppetry and Drama Workshop for the Deaf and BSL users (9-11 years)
An interactive, engaging puppetry and drama workshop aimed at ages 9–11 and their families. Inspired by Globe musical Pinocchio.
Short Courses
Interactive courses, designed especially for aspiring young actors…
Young Actors Short Course (8–10 years)
A lively and practical course designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways. For young performers aged 8–10.
Author events
Explore our family events series featuring celebrated authors and illustrators…
Telling Tales
Telling Tales: Little People, BIG DREAMS
Join author Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara for a family game show event celebrating 10 years of the Little People, BIG DREAMS book series.
Telling Tales with Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
Take the plunge into the fast-paced world of high-octane thrillers and mysteries with author Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé.
Telling Tales: Sita Brahmachari and Jane Ray
The authors invite you to explore a story close to their hearts through storytelling, writing and craft.
Telling Tales with Joseph Coelho
Explore the power of storytelling as Joseph Coelho shares ideas to spark imagination in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Telling Tales with Kaz Penney and Sammy Elgie
Join the writer and illustrator for an unexpected, fun-packed take on Shakespeare and his stories.
Telling Tales with Rachel Morrisroe
Author Rachel Morrisroe takes us on a fantasy storytelling journey through London.
Telling Tales with Terry Deary
Join Terry Deary, creator of Horrible Histories, for an interactive storytelling tour of his Terrible True Tales series. Perfect for ages 7+ and their families.
Writing & Drawing Tales
Drawing Tales with Rob Biddulph
Draw and get creative with the author, illustrator and star of viral #DrawWithRob videos.
Drawing Tales with Mariajo Ilustrajo
Create worlds and draw characters, as illustrator and picture-book creator Mariajo Ilustrajo shares her lifelong love of drawing in this interactive session.
Writing Tales with Joseph Coelho
Put your imagination to work with Joseph Coelho in a creative writing event inspired by his latest book Children of the Throne.
Shows, Tours & Demonstrations
A World Elsewhere
Where will your imagination take you? Our new Shakespeare-inspired family show arrives this summer holidays, by the Olivier Award-nominated creators of Rough Magic. A co-production with Splendid Productions.
Pinocchio
Following its smash-hit premiere in 2025, our ★★★★★ ‘beautiful new musical brimming with fun and magic’ (WhatsOnStage) returns in winter 2026.
Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour
This special family-friendly, spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.
Sword Fighting Demonstration
The Globe's expert Fight Team bring Early Modern stage combat to life, with the chance to handle the weapons yourself!
Family Storytellings
Introduce your family to the stories behind Shakespeare’s most famous plays…
Twelfth Night: Family Storytelling
Step into a world of disguise, mischief and mistaken identities in this Family Storytelling performance of Twelfth Night, Shakespeare’s whirlwind comedy of love and confusion.
A perfect introduction for children and their grown-ups.
A perfect introduction for children and their grown-ups.
Early years events
Brand-new events for babies and little ones from ages 0 to 4, in collaboration with Polka Theatre
The Magical Forest: A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre (0-12 months)
Polka Theatre hosts a sensory storytelling adventure in this gentle, interactive workshop for little ones ages 0-12 months and their grown-ups.
The Magical Forest: A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre (1-2 years)
Polka Theatre hosts a storytelling adventure in a gentle, interactive workshop full of music and movement. For little ones ages 1-2 and their grown-ups.
The Magical Forest: A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre (2-4 years)
Polka Theatre hosts an interactive storytelling adventure where play sparks curiosity and imagination. For little ones ages 2-4 and their grown-ups.
During performances, prams are not permitted in the auditorium. Worn baby slings and carriers are welcome. We are happy to store prams and buggies during your visit, but please be aware that they will be unattended and left at your risk.
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