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Globe Theatre

Experience London’s iconic open-air wooden ‘O’ this winter

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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

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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

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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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Shakespeare in the Abbey

Elsewhere
Shakespeare’s Globe is delighted to return to Westminster Abbey for six special performances in April. Join us for a promenade performance, as a cast of actors bring the words of Shakespeare to life in this iconic and sacred space.
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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Monologue Slam Night by Mawa Theatre Company

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Join Mawa, the UK’s first all-Black, all-female Shakespeare company, for a fierce and funny Monologue Slam Night in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
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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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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Rutgers Conservatory 2023: The Comedy of Errors

Globe Theatre
Celebrate the talents of the 2023 Rutgers Conservatory Acting students and enjoy their workshop performance of Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors in the Globe Theatre.
Winter 2022/23
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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.
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 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

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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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 Winter's Tale

At Home
In this webinar, theatre artists and scholars discuss race and social justice in The Winter's Tale.
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: Titus Andronicus

At Home
In this webinar, theatre artists and scholars discuss race and social justice in Titus Andronicus.
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors

At Home
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

At Home
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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Workshop: Othello 15+ years

Bankside
Take a fresh approach to studying Othello with this practical exploration of the play.
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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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MEMBERS EVENTS

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Create a Crown: Family Workshop

Bankside
Give an old piece of cardboard a new life and transform it into your very own crown in our Members-exclusive family workshop, suitable for children aged 5 to 8 and their families.
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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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Globe Theatre Guided Tour

UNTIL 30 OCTOBER GLOBE THEATRE

Discover the stories and secrets of Shakespeare’s London and our iconic theatre on a tour for all ages.

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Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour

 Until 30 OCTOBER GLOBE THEATRE

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

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Shakespeare's Walking Tour

UNTIL 30 OCTOBER 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 our first ever Pride Guided Tour of the Globe Theatre this summer.
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Festive Family Tour

Celebrate the holiday season on a Festive Family Tour of the magical Globe Theatre. Hear how Christmas was observed in Shakespeare’s time and the folk traditions that people practiced to welcome in winter.
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.
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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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