Returning to London’s Globe Theatre in summer 2027 for a strictly limited run, Michelle Terry is ‘astonishing’ ★★★★ (Time Out) in Anna Jordan’s blazing translation of Brecht’s Mother Courage and Her Children. This will be Michelle’s final role as Artistic Director.

This ‘human, moving and funny’ ★★★★ (The Guardian) juggernaut of a show is ‘a gripping triumph’ ★★★★ (The Telegraph), filled with razor-sharp humour, original live music and a thrilling ensemble cast – come and be part of the action in the most epic theatre in London.

This fearless new staging is ‘a perfect match for the Globe’ ★★★★★ (Theatre Weekly) with music by James Maloney and direction by Elle While.

‘It’s a service to the public and to the theatrical canon that the Globe has staged it, and on such a scale.’ ★★★★ (The Standard).

“You want the war to work for you?
You got to feed it something too.”

This play contains strong language, and scenes of a distressing nature, including war, violence and references to rape and sexual violence. It contains loud noises including gun shots, explosions, drug use, and weapons. Please contact the Ticketing team on 020 7401 9919 or [email protected] if you would like further details on the play’s content.