After an extended closure of the venue due to COVID-19, and a number of online masterclasses, Shakespeare’s Globe is now offering a hybrid of in-person and virtual experiences. Here are some events in the coming months for students and families.
Summer Schools: 8-19 years
Perfect for aspiring actors and academics, Summer Schools in 2021 offer young people an unparalleled opportunity to develop their skills with Globe professionals. Courses taking place online and on-site in August 2021. Find out more here.
Telling Tales: Family Festival
These are storytelling performances for families that are designed to be interactive. They provide younger audiences with the chance to get into Shakespeare’s stories in the splendid surroundings of the indoor Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Available from 24 July to 22 August, you can book a place here.
It's glorious summer and our #TellingTales Storytelling Festival is BACK!
— Shakespeare's Globe (@The_Globe) July 22, 2021
We'll be live from our Sam Wanamaker Playhouse throughout the #SummerHolidays, with a host of enchanting tales for the whole family, kick-starting this weekend on 24 July and running 'til 22 August. pic.twitter.com/vqdr3Ogd5Y
Family Guided Tours of the Globe Theatre
Ideal for those with children aged 7-11 years old, the Globe Theatre Guided Tour introduces younger visitors to Shakespeare’s London and to the theatrical world he created. More information available here
This accompanies the return of standing groundling tickets at the Globe, with a map to return to live theatre permanently. The theatre will continue to maintain social distancing on stage and its shows are to run without intervals.
Artistic director Michelle Terry said: ‘It has been beyond incredible to have opened our doors to live theatre again, but the beating heart of the Globe is the unique and ultra-live relationship between actor and groundling, standing together and ready for action. Well, we’re all ready and we can’t wait.’