Journey to a world of endless possibilities this festive season as Pinocchio comes to life in the iconic Globe Theatre for the premiere of a magical, unmissable new musical for the whole family by Charlie Josephine and Jim Fortune. Dreaming of a life beyond the confines of his traditional town, restless maverick Gepetto carves a wooden puppet and calls him Pinocchio. Together, they embark on a series of adventures with a host of weird and wonderful characters as they teach each other how to love and build a community of their own. In the embrace of the wooden ‘O’ of the Globe Theatre, itself lovingly carved from a thousand oak trees, experience this unforgettable story of self-discovery, freedom and family, and share in the wonder of what it means to be human. A surprising, funny and heartfelt new musical for ages 5+ with book and lyrics by Charlie Josephine (I, Joan, Globe; Cowbois, RSC/ Royal Court), and music and lyrics by Jim Fortune (Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear, Hex, National). Globe Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (Romeo and Juliet; The Merry Wives of Windsor, Globe) directs.

Journey to a world of endless possibilities this festive season, as a new musical for all the family springs to life in the Globe Theatre. By Charlie Josephine and Jim Fortune, directed by Sean Holmes.

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.

Performed for the first time in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, discover the shadowy underbelly of one of Shakespeare’s most magical plays. Headlong Artistic Director Holly Race Roughan directs, with co-direction from Naeem Hayat.

Explore the streets around the Globe with expert Guides and discover the intriguing criminal history of the Bankside area and its people, including Shakespeare himself. 

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

This special family-friendly, spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.

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.

Become a Member (from £5 a month) to unlock our backstage tours. Guided by an experienced production team member, view the thatched roof up close, walk the stage, and venture into the Globe's hidden depths.

Bring Shakespeare's comedy to life yourself on the unique Sam Wanamaker Playhouse stage. For ages 14–16.

Bring Shakespeare's magical play to life yourself on the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse stage. For ages 12–14.

Bring Shakespeare's tragedy to life yourself on the unique Sam Wanamaker Playhouse stage. For ages 17–19.

Create your own world of endless possibilities in this interactive workshop aimed at ages 5–8 and their grown-ups.

The Globe's expert Fight Team bring Early Modern stage combat to life, with the chance to handle the weapons yourself!

A lively and practical course designed to bring Shakespeare to life in new, exciting ways. For young performers aged 11–13.

Celebrate the talents of the 2025 Rutgers Conservatory Acting students and enjoy this workshop performance of Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus in the Globe Theatre.

Our critically acclaimed production returns to mark the 20th year of Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank. This 90-minute 'fiery-footed thriller' ★★★★ (The Guardian) is created especially for young people and is the perfect introduction to Shakespeare for everyone.

Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu makes his Globe directorial debut with this lyrical epic by the late Academy Award-nominated actor and writer Chadwick Boseman.

On an island, four lost souls tell a story of past wrongs, revenge and desire. Award-winning theatre-maker Tim Crouch directs Shakespeare’s tale of power and freedom.

Bring Macbeth to life in this practical and interactive workshop designed for 12-16 year olds. Ideal for young people with an interest in drama or literature.

Create your own world of endless possibilities in this interactive, engaging workshop, aimed at ages 9–11 and their families.

Bring Romeo and Juliet to life in this fun and practical Family Workshop. Designed for children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.