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.

AUTUMN ACTIVITIES

Storytellings

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The Comedy of Errors: Family Storytelling

Bankside
Hurtle through the chaotic consequences of a terrible shipwreck in this Family Storytelling performance of Shakespeare’s tale of long-lost siblings and mistaken identity.
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Macbeth: Family Storytelling

Bankside
Come with us as we sweep you through the hurly-burly of Macbeth in a gloriously spooky and bloody storytelling set in medieval Scotland. For ages 5–12 and their families.
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The Tempest: Family Storytelling

Bankside
Gather the family for an interactive, fun and insightful Storytelling of The Tempest, led by a professional actor, in a 60-minute version of Shakespeare's story.
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Hamlet: Family Storytelling

Discover Shakespeare’s intriguing tale of the Prince of Denmark in this exhilarating Family Storytelling of Hamlet in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. A perfect introduction for children and their grown-ups.
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The Winter's Tale: Family Storytelling

Bankside
Gather for a magical Family Storytelling performance of Shakespeare’s time-travelling, country-hopping tale, in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. A perfect introduction for children and their grown-ups.
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Workshops

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Macbeth: 5 – 8 years Family Workshop

Bankside
Explore the gloriously spooky Macbeth together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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Macbeth: 9 – 12 years Family Workshop

Bankside
Explore the gloriously spooky Macbeth together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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Family Workshop: Romeo and Juliet 5-8 years

Bankside
Explore Shakespeare’s most famous love story together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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Romeo and Juliet: Family Workshop 9-12 years

Bankside
Explore Shakespeare’s most famous love story together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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The Winters Tale: 5 – 8 years Family Workshop

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare's time-travelling, country-hopping story to life in this fun and practical Family Workshop aimed at children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
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The Winters Tale: 9 – 12 years Family Workshop

A fun and practical workshop to encourage families to explore Shakespeare’s fantastical epic together. Designed for children aged 9–12 and their grown-ups.
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Hamlet Family Workshop (5-8 years)

Bankside
Step into the intriguing story of Hamlet together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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Hamlet: Family Workshop 9 – 12 years

Step into the intriguing story of Hamlet together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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Introduction to Indoor Playing

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Discover the unique playing conditions of our indoor theatre in this practical three hour introduction for professional actors. Explore the distinctive actor-audience relationship in the Playhouse and collaborate with fellow actors to try out approaches to performing in the space.
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Tours & Demonstrations

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Elizabethan Costume Demonstration

Bankside
An entertaining, interactive demonstration of the fashions and fashion faux pas of Shakespeare's world. Includes the chance to try clothes on yourself. Suitable for all ages.
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Family Sword Fighting Demonstration

Bankside
The Globe's expert Fight Team bring Early Modern stage combat to life, with the chance to handle the weapons yourself!
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Shakespeare’s Globe Story & 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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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

Globe Theatre Bankside
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.
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Introduction to Indoor Playing

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Discover the unique playing conditions of our indoor theatre in this practical three hour introduction for professional actors. Explore the distinctive actor-audience relationship in the Playhouse and collaborate with fellow actors to try out approaches to performing in the space.
The Studio at Shakespeare's Globe
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The Comedy of Errors

Globe Theatre
Our ★★★★★ production of Shakespeare’s hilarious tale of long-lost siblings and mistaken identities triumphantly returns to the Globe this summer. Globe Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes and 2023 Globe Resident Associate Director Naeem Hayat co-direct.
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Shakespeare's True Crimes Walking Tour

Bankside
Explore the streets around the Globe with expert Guides and discover the intriguing criminal history of the Bankside area and its people, including Shakespeare himself. 
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TELLING TALES

Join award-winning children’s authors, poets, illustrators and historians for our brand-new, interactive family event series. Events include Q&A sessions, creative writing opportunities and even some live drawing!

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Telling Tales with Michael Rosen

One of the UK’s best-loved children’s authors, Michael Rosen, takes us on a journey of storytelling, poetry and imagination in celebration of his brand-new poetry collection, Out of This World. Including a Q&A session.
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Telling Tales with Chris Riddell & Ana Sampson

Conjure up magical worlds and legendary creatures with bestselling author Ana Sampson and award-winning illustrator Chris Riddell in celebration of their spellbinding new book. Includes a Q&A session and live drawing!
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Telling Tales with Dapo Adeola and Nathan Bryon

Award-winning duo author Nathan Bryon and illustrator Dapo Adeola celebrate their latest empowering book, Speak Up! Including a quiz, draw-along and Q&A session.
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Writing Tales with Piers Torday

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
A creative writing session for families with award-winning children’s author Piers Torday. Discover the key ingredients to entertain, mystify and shock readers when creating your own spooky story ideas. Including a Q&A session.
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Writing Tales with Shelina Janmohamed

A creative writing session for families with author Shelina Janmohamed. Work together to explore the shape of your unique experience to unearth the most fascinating story of all – your own!
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Telling Tales with Greg Jenner

Author and former Historical Consultant on CBBC’s Horrible Histories, Greg Jenner, takes us on a race through chaotic histories and hidden stories of the past. Including a Q&A session.
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Telling Tales with Shelina Janmohamed

From the influence of kings and queens, to imagining our own Shakespearean personalities, author Shelina Janmohamed leads us through a fascinating exploration of history. Including a Q&A session.
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Young Actors

Check out our Young Actors courses for young performers. These lively, practical courses are designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways.

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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.