Two opposing worlds clash in the Globe Theatre this summer, in Shakespeare’s rarely performed, genre-defying satire Troilus and Cressida. The legends of Greece and Troy are gripped by an epic war, fighting for honour and bravery. As a thrilling, action-packed battle rages around them, Trojan prince Troilus falls deeply in love with Cressida, and they swear their eternal love… But wait! That’s NOT the play we’re about to see. Fast forward eight years, and everything has ground to a halt in a seemingly pointless, exhausting conflict with no resolution in sight. The manufactured glamour of war is losing its sheen in Troy, and the Greek camp is an apocalyptic wasteland. What happens when the heroes we worship, and the stories that drive us, can no longer live up to their mythic narratives? In his Globe debut, director Owen Horsley (Twelfth Night, Regent’s Park Open Air) explores the cult of celebrity and the egos that propel wars forward in Shakespeare’s cynical, satirical study of appearance versus reality. ‘Like, or find fault; do as your pleasures are’ – Prologue ASSISTED PERFORMANCES: Captioned, 12 October, 1:00pm; 16 October, 7:30pm BSL Signed, 15 October, 7:30pm; 19 October, 1:00pm Audio Described, 17 October, 2:00pm Relaxed, 19 October, 6:30pm; 22 October, 2:00pm

Prepare to have your world turned upside down as Shakespeare’s dizzying tragicomedy, Twelfth Night, or What You Will, sweeps into the Globe Theatre in an intoxicating whirlwind this summer. In Illyria, it’s a day of celebration but not everyone is in the mood for frivolity: the lovesick duke; the mourning heiress; the besotted steward, to name a few. Enter shipwrecked, grief-stricken Viola. As she quickly tries to learn the rules of this new bittersweet society, she soon finds herself in a strange love tangle, fuelled by loss, longing and secret desires. But love can be as changeable as the weather… Robin Belfield (Princess Essex, 2024) returns to unleash Shakespeare’s topsy-turvy tale of the power of love and freedom of expression into the Globe. ‘Why this is very midsummer madness’ – Act III, scene 4 ASSISTED PERFORMANCES: Captioned, 3 September, 7:30pm; 16 October, 2:00pm Relaxed, 7 September, 1:00pm; 14 October, 2:00pm BSL Signed, 18 September, 2:00pm; 11 October, 2:00pm Audio Described, 19 September, 2:00pm; 4 October, 2:00pm

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.

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See Pinocchio, a magical new family musical in London’s iconic Globe Theatre. By Charlie Josephine and Jim Fortune, directed by Sean Holmes.

A ground-breaking new exploration of Shakespeare’s tragic love story, Romeo a Juliet weaves together Welsh and English, placing the violent feud between the Montagues and Capulets in bilingual Wales. Mewn cynhyrchiad arloesol newdd o stori garu trasig Shakespeare, bydd Romeo a Juliet yn plethu’r Gymraeg a’r Saesneg, gan osod y ffrae ffyrnig rhwng y teuluoedd Montague a Capulet yng nghymdeithas dwyieithog Nghymru.

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.

This unique experience includes a walking tour of Bankside, London’s original theatre district bringing 400 years of thrilling history to life.

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.

Come with us as we sweep you through the hurly-burly of Macbeth in a gloriously spooky and bloody storytelling set in medieval Scotland. For ages 5–12 and their families.

Bring Shakespeare’s The Tempest to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 5 – 8 and their families.

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

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.

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!

Bring Shakespeare’s gloriously spooky Macbeth to life in this fun and practical family workshop, designed for children aged 9–11 and their families.

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.