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.

Workshops

Macbeth: 9 – 11 years Family Workshop

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Bring Shakespeare’s gloriously spooky Macbeth to life in this fun and practical family workshop, designed for children aged 9–11 and their families.
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Macbeth: 5 – 8 years Family Workshop

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Join this gloriously spooky, fun and practical workshop exploring Macbeth, designed for children aged 5-8 and their families.
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Storytellings

Tours & Demonstrations

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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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

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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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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Young Actors Short Course (8–10 years)

Bankside
A lively and practical course designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways. For young performers aged 8–10.
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Young Actors Short Course (11-13 years)

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A lively and practical course designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways. For young performers aged 11–13.
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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.

Twelfth Night: Family Workshop (5-8 Years)

Bankside
Bring Shakespeare's whirlwind comedy of love and confusion Twelfth Night to life in this fun and practical Family Workshop. Aimed at children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
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Twelfth Night: Family Workshop (9-11 Years)

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Bring Shakespeare's whirlwind comedy to life in this fun and practical workshop aimed at children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
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The Tempest: Family Workshop 9-11 years

Bankside
A fun and practical workshop for children aged 9–11 and their families that brings to life the strange and wonderful world of Shakespeare's The Tempest.
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