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A Midsummer Night's Dream

Globe Theatre
Shakespeare's deliciously disruptive comedy in the Globe Theatre this summer. Elle While directs, with Globe Artistic Director Michelle Terry as Puck.
Summer 2023
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The Comedy of Errors

Globe Theatre
Shakespeare’s madcap comedy about long-lost siblings and extraordinary misunderstandings in the Globe Theatre. Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes directs.
Summer 2023
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Macbeth

Globe Theatre
One couple's ruthless quest for power turns nature upside down in Shakespeare’s epic tragedy in the Globe Theatre this Summer. Abigail Graham directs.
Summer 2023
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As You Like It

Globe Theatre
Celebrate love, transformation, and community this summer as Shakespeare’s joyous comedy comes to the Globe Theatre. Ellen McDougall directs.
Summer 2023
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BBC CBeebies: Twelfth Night

Globe Theatre
Join BBC family favourite CBeebies live on stage at the Globe Theatre this Summer with a special adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy.
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Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank: The Tempest

Globe Theatre
Experience an electrifying 90-minute production of Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank: The Tempest in the Globe Theatre, created especially for young people.
Winter 2022/23
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Shakespeare in the Abbey

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Experience the soaring poetry of Shakespeare's words within the majesty of London's famous Westminster Abbey for six performances only.
Summer 2023
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Midsummer Mechanicals

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
The Globe’s ‘fantastically funny family show’ ★★★★★ (Broadway World) based on A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns this summer. Recommended for ages 5 to 105.
Family Events
Summer 2023
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Burnt at the Stake, or The Whole of the Truth

Globe Theatre
Join us in the Globe Theatre as anonymous writers tell the tales that need to be told in a night of uncensored and fearless storytelling.
Summer 2023
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Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

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Titus Andronicus

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Get inside the beating heart of Shakespeare’s first and most deadly revenge tragedy, Titus Andronicus, performed in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse for the first time. Director Jude Christian explores the macabre madness that takes us to the edge of humanity.    
Winter 2022/23
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The Winter’s Tale

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
For the first time ever, experience both our iconic spaces in one unforgettable event. Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes transforms the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse and the Globe Theatre to explore the destructive and redemptive power of love.  
Winter 2022/23
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The Fourth Choir: The Only Planet

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Join The Fourth Choir in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse for, The Only Planet, a concert of choral masterpieces celebrating our planet.
Winter 2022/23
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Comedy by Candlelight: Vittorio Angelone and Ania Magliano

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Comedians Vittorio Angelone and Ania Magliano preview their Edinburgh Festival shows in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Part of our Comedy by Candlelight series with Avalon.
Summer 2023
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Comedy by Candlelight: Chloe Petts and Ahir Shah

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Comedians Chloe Petts and Ahir Shah preview their Edinburgh Festival shows in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Part of our Comedy by Candlelight series with Avalon.
Summer 2023
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Inua Ellams' Search Party

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Award-winning poet and playwright Inua Ellams performs his chaotic, audience-led poetry event in the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Summer 2023
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Comedy by Candlelight: Luke Kempner and Pierre Novellie

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Comedians Luke Kempner and Pierre Novellie preview their Edinburgh Festival shows by candlelight in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Part of our Comedy by Candlelight series with Avalon.
Summer 2023
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FAMILY EVENTS & TOURS

Bring the whole family to experience the wonders of Shakespeare

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Twelfth Night: Family Workshop 3-5 years

Bankside
An exciting and practical workshop for children aged 3–5 and their families bringing to life the fun and musical world of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.
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Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour

Join our Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour, ideal for families with children aged 7- 11 years old.
Guided Tours
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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.
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Family Sword Fighting Demonstration

Bankside
Join the Globe Fight Team for a demonstration of Early Modern stage combat, learn about historical sword fighting, handle the weapons, and have your photo taken with the swords we use for our Exhibition fights.
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RESEARCH EVENTS

A series of free webinars that examine Shakespeare’s plays through the lens of race and social justice

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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors

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A free, live webinar exploring themes of race and social justice in Shakespeare’s madcap comedy. Featuring theatre artists, academics and scholars.
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: Macbeth

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A free, live webinar exploring themes of race and social justice in Shakespeare’s epic tragedy. Featuring theatre artists, academics and scholars.
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: As You Like It

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A free, live webinar exploring themes of race and social justice in Shakespeare’s fantastical tale. Featuring theatre artists, academics and scholars.
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YOUNG PEOPLE

Events for young aspiring actors and academics

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The Tempest: Study Boost Workshop

Bankside
Bring the study of Shakespeare’s plays to life in this practical Study Boost Workshop, diving into the strange and wonderful world of The Tempest. For ages 14–16.
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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)

Bankside
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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Young Actors Summer Short Course (14-16 years)

Bankside
Receive hands-on instruction from Globe actors to explore Shakespeare in an exciting way through lively workshops and practical activities. Designed for young performers, this course provides an active, creative learning experience to bring Shakespeare to life in a new way.
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Young Actors Summer Short Course (17-19 years)

Bankside
Receive hands-on instruction from Globe actors to explore Shakespeare in an exciting way through lively workshops and practical activities. Designed for young performers, this course provides an active, creative learning experience to bring Shakespeare to life in a new way.
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Young Academics Summer Short Course (17-19 years)

Bankside
Deepen and enrich your understanding of Shakespeare and the unique spaces for which he wrote, with access to our candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse and a tour of the Globe Theatre. Partake in stimulating lectures and seminars to discuss Shakespeare’s influence on English Literature, and hone your research and presentation skills supported by your peers and expert practitioners.
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MEMBERS EVENTS

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Members' Drama Club: Macbeth

Bankside
Come face to face with one of Shakespeare’s most chilling tragedies with our Members-exclusive Drama Club, focussing on Macbeth.
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Dressing Shakespeare's Kings & Queens

Bankside
Join our talented Globe costumier as we delve into the costume archives and discover how the Globe has dressed Shakespeare's Kings and Queens for our wooden 'O'.
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Heaven to Hell Tour

Globe Theatre
Join our Members-exclusive Heaven to Hell experience and discover the backstage world of Shakespeare's Globe.
Guided Tours
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GUIDED TOURS

Discover Shakespeare’s iconic open-air theatre or uncover the history of Bankside with our Guided Tours

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Shakespeare's Globe Story & Tour

ONGOING GLOBE THEATRE

In our brand-new, walk-through exhibition space, you’ll be immersed in the secrets of Shakespeare’s London, travelling through over 400 years of fascinating history.

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Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour

 ONGOING GLOBE THEATRE

Join a Globe Theatre Family Tour, ideal for families with children ages 7- 11.

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Shakespeare's Walking Tour

ONGOING SOUTHWARK

Our Shakespeare’s Walking Tour delves into the history of Bankside as a theatre district.

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Group Guided Tour

ONGOING GLOBE THEATRE

Your group of up to 30 people can enjoy our Globe Theatre Guided Tour with a discounted ticket rate.

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ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE

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As You Like It Guided Tour

Globe Theatre
Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the characters, plot and themes of Shakespeare’s fantastical tale.
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Pride Guided Tour

Step inside our iconic wooden ‘O’ for a special tour that brings to life the queer characters and stories from Shakespeare's life and writing, and Elizabethan London.
Guided Tours
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Heaven to Hell Tour

Globe Theatre
Join our Members-exclusive Heaven to Hell experience and discover the backstage world of Shakespeare's Globe.
Guided Tours
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TEACHER TRAINING

Opportunities for teachers to continue professional development via online and in-person CPD courses

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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: Online Teacher Continuing Professional Development

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A practical and interactive online workshop for Secondary English and Drama teachers exploring anti-racist approaches to teaching Shakespeare.
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Shakespeare and Women : Online Continuing Professional Development

At Home
A practical and interactive online workshop to help Secondary English and Drama teachers to facilitate conversations about sexism, misogyny, and depictions of women in Shakespeare.
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Shakespeare and Sexuality: Online Continuing Professional Development

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A practical and interactive online workshop to support Secondary English and Drama teachers in facilitating LGBTQIA+ inclusive discussions in the classroom
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HIGHER EDUCATION

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Courses, workshops, seminars, lectures and demonstrations for universities & drama schools available online and in person here at Shakespeare’s Globe.

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