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.

SPRING FAMILY FUN

Bring the whole family along for an unforgettable day out at Shakespeare’s Globe.

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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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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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Dressing 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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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

Globe Theatre
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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Family Workshop: Romeo and Juliet 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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MAY HALF TERM

Make it a memorable May Half Term with a fun-filled family workshop.

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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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Romeo and Juliet: Family Storytelling

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Experience the most famous love story of all time in an exhilarating live storytelling for all the family.
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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.
Family Events
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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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Family Workshop: A Midsummer Night's Dream 5 – 8 years

Bankside
Dive into the playful comedy of A Midsummer Night’s Dream together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Family Workshop 9-12 Years

Bankside
Dive into the playful comedy of A Midsummer Night’s Dream together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
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Children performing on the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse stage

Family Workshop: Romeo and Juliet 9-12 years

Bankside
Explore Shakespeare’s most famous love story together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
Family Events
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SUMMER HOLIDAYS

What better plan for the summer holidays than a trip to the Globe? Bring the whole family along for a show, a workshop, or join a special course for young performers.

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Rough Magic

A silly, spooky, new family show based on the three Weird Sisters from Macbeth. From the team behind the Olivier Award-nominated ‘fantastically funny’ ★★★★★ (Broadway World) Midsummer Mechanicals. In London’s Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.

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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.
Family Events
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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.
Family Events
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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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ALL EVENTS

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

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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Two illustrated characters wearing crowns with the silhouette of a castle in the background

Macbeth: 5 – 8 years Family Workshop

Bankside
Explore the gloriously spooky Macbeth together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
Family Events
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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.
Family Events
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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Family Workshop 9-12 Years

Bankside
Dive into the playful comedy of A Midsummer Night’s Dream together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
Family Events
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Storytelling: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Bankside
An interactive, fun and charming storytelling of Shakespeare's hilarious tale of love and magic. Recommended for ages 5–12 and their families.
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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

Globe Theatre
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.
Family Events
Guided Tours
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Cartoon graphic of a girl on a balcony and a boy wearing a mask. Black overlaid text reads Romeo and Juliet Family Workshop 5-8 years.

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.
Family Events
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Two adults crossing swords with eachother. White overlaid text reads Family Sword Fighting Demonstration.

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!
Family Events
SELECT DATE Discover more
Children performing on the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse stage

Family Workshop: Romeo and Juliet 9-12 years

Bankside
Explore Shakespeare’s most famous love story together as a family in this fun and practical workshop.
Family Events
Book Now Discover more

Dressing 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.
Family Events
SELECT DATE Discover more