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. All family workshops include entry to our exhibition.
Workshops for 5-8 years
Macbeth: Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Join this gloriously spooky, fun and practical workshop exploring Macbeth, designed for children aged 5-8 and their families.
The Tempest: Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Bring Shakespeare’s The Tempest to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 5-8 and their families.
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.
Hamlet Family Workshop (5-8 years)
Bring Shakespeare's moody tragedy to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.
Macbeth: On Stage Family Workshop 5-8 years
Bring Macbeth to life in this fun and practical workshop on the Globe Theatre stage, designed 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.
Workshops for 9-11 years
Macbeth: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Bring Shakespeare’s gloriously spooky Macbeth to life in this fun and practical family workshop, designed for children aged 9–11 and their families.
The Tempest: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
A fun, practical workshop on Shakespeare's strange and wonderful The Tempest. For ages 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.
Hamlet: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Bring Shakespeare's moody tragedy Hamlet to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.
A Midsummer Night's Dream: Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Bring Shakespeare’s magical comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 9-11 and their families.
A Midsummer Night's Dream: On Stage Family Workshop (9-11 years)
Bring Shakespeare’s magical comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream to life in this fun and practical workshop on the Globe Theatre stage for ages 9-11.
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.
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 with A. F. Harrold
Explore the power of storytelling with poet, writer and performer A.F. Harrold.
Telling Tales with Pari Thomson
Join author of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize-winning Greenwild series Pari Thomson, as she introduces her new adventure, The Frozen King.
Telling Tales with M. G. Leonard
Join bestselling and multi award-winning author, M. G. Leonard to hear about her new book The Attack of the Sea Dogs.
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.
Macbeth: Family Storytelling
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.
The Tempest: Family Storytelling
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.
Shows, Tours & Demonstrations
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.
Early years events
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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