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Much Ado About Nothing

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Shakespeare’s battle of the sexes is reignited with a new production of Much Ado About Nothing in the Globe Theatre.
Summer 2022
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Julius Caesar

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This Summer, Shakespeare’s tragedy Julius Caesar takes on new relevance in the Globe, and on tour across the UK.
Summer 2022
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Henry VIII

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Shakespeare’s exploration of love, lineage and power, co-written with John Fletcher, unfolds in the Globe Theatre.
Summer 2022
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King Lear

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A family feud tears apart a kingdom in Shakespeare’s epic tragedy King Lear in the Globe Theatre this Summer.
Summer 2022
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The Tempest

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A tumultuous new production of The Tempest, Shakespeare’s tale of redemption unfurls this summer in the Globe Theatre.
Summer 2022
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Joan

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The premiere of powerful new play Joan, written by Charlie Josephine, uncovers the unlikely hero behind the legend.
Summer 2022
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Midsummer Mechanicals

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
The premiere of hilarious follow-up to the play-within-a-play from A Midsummer Night's Dream comes to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Suitable for the young and young at heart.
Summer 2022
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As You Like It With CBeebies

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Join CBeebies live at the Globe Theatre this Summer with a special adaptation of Shakespeare’ comedy, As You Like It.
Summer 2022
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TELLING TALES

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Our family festival returns, a fully packed programme with a variety of activities – events across February half-term and Easter.

Whether you’re visiting us in person or joining us online from home, you’ll find plenty of options to entertain and delight your whole family.

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FAMILY TOURS & DEMONSTRATIONS

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Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour

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Join our Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour, ideal for families with children aged 7- 11 years old.
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ANTI-RACIST SHAKESPEARE

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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: Henry VIII

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In this webinar, theatre artists and scholars discuss race and social justice in Henry VIII.
Anti-Racist Shakespeare
Summer 2022
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: Julius Caesar

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In this webinar, theatre artists and scholars discuss race and social justice in Julius Caesar.
Anti-Racist Shakespeare
Summer 2022
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: King Lear

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In this webinar, theatre artists and scholars discuss race and social justice in King Lear.
Anti-Racist Shakespeare
Summer 2022
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Anti-Racist Shakespeare: Much Ado About Nothing

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In this webinar, theatre artists and scholars discuss race and social justice in Much Ado About Nothing.
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Summer 2022
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COURSES, LECTURES & SUMMER SCHOOLS

Young Actors (14-16 years)

An interactive, online course for anyone with a passion for theatre you will have the opportunity to explore your own acting style and develop your skills with our short course. Recommended for ages 16-19.
Summer School
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Young Actors (8-10 years)

A creative learning experience for aspiring young actors to bring Shakespeare to life in a new way. A highly interactive course with expert instruction from our Globe practitioners and actors with our short course.
Summer School
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Young Actors (11-13 years)

Spend five half-days working with one of our Globe Practitioners in this interactive course designed especially for aspiring actors.
Summer School
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Young Actors (16-19 years)

An interactive, online course for anyone with a passion for theatre you will have the opportunity to explore your own acting style and develop your skills with our short course. Recommended for ages 16-19.
Summer School
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Young Academics (16-19 years)

Explore Shakespeare’swriting with the expert guidance of leading academics and actors for students going on to further their studies in English Literature with our short course. Recommended for ages 16-19.
Summer School
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LIVE STREAMS

GUIDED TOURS

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Globe Theatre Guided Tour

UNTIL 30 JANUARY GLOBE THEATRE

Discover Shakespeare’s iconic theatre on a tour for all ages.

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Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour

 14 FEBRUARY – 4 SEPTEMBER GLOBE THEATRE

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

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Shakespeare's Walking Tour

18 APRIL – 4 SEPTEMBER 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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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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