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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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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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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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Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

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Step inside London’s only candlelit theatre

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Moving Stories

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
A special, one-off performance of sketches, short plays and songs examining the plight of refugees and our response to the crisis. Performers include Ray Fearon and Simon Russell-Beale.
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£5 RUSH

Looking for that last-minute way to experience London’s iconic wooden ‘O’ this summer?

Every Friday at 11.00am, our £5 Rush gives you the chance to access our legendary £5 Groundling tickets for performances in the following week, even for sold-out shows!

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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

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 Globe Theatre Guided Tour

Join our Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour, ideal for families with children aged 7- 11 years old.
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Shakespeare's Walking Tour

Bankside
This unique experience includes access to our brand-new walk-through exhibition space – bringing 400 years of thrilling history to life – and a walking tour of Bankside, London’s original theatre district.
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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

Globe Theatre
A special family-friendly spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre which brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.
Guided Tours
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Twilight Walking Tour

Bankside
Explore the Bankside area and be transported back to London's 'Kingdom of Night' and discover Shakespeare's fascination with the dark.
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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.
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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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FAMILY EVENTS & TOURS

Bring the whole family to experience the wonders of Shakespeare

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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.
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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 Workshop: The Winters Tale 5 – 8 years

Bankside
Using a range of activities and games designed to draw out elements of the play’s language, characters and themes the session will bring you together with other families to discover this other-worldly land.
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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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Family Workshop: The Winters Tale 9 – 12 years

Bankside
Using a range of activities and games designed to draw out elements of The Winter's Tale's language, characters and themes the session will bring you together with other families to discover this other-worldly land.
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Much Ado About Nothing (12+ years)

Bankside
Bring Much Ado About Nothing to life in this interactive online workshop for young people aged 12 and over.
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YOUNG PEOPLE

Events for young aspiring actors and academics

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Workshop: Othello 15+ years

Bankside
Take a fresh approach to studying Othello with this practical exploration of the play.
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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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RESEARCH EVENTS & HIGHER EDUCATION

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

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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.
Anti-Racist Shakespeare
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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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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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GUIDED TOURS

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SUMMER

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