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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 1,238 attractions in London
Traveler Description:
Founded by the pioneering American actor and director Sam Wanamaker, Shakespeare's Globe is a unique international resource dedicated to the...... more » Founded by the pioneering American actor and director Sam Wanamaker, Shakespeare's Globe is a unique international resource dedicated to the exploration of Shakespeare's work and the playhouse for which he wrote, through the connected means of performance and education.Together, the Globe Theatre Company, Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition and Globe Education seek to further the experience and international understanding of Shakespeare in performance. « less
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Attraction type: Theater, Historic site, Architectural building, Theater district
Address: 21 New Globe Walk London SE1 9DT
England
Tel: 020 7902 1400
Fax: 44 20 7902 1401

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4 of 5 stars
cottager16   16 contributions
Ottawa, Canada
Nov 17, 2009

The Globe was one of the attractions I was more interested in doing during a recent trip to London, and I certainly wasn't disappointed. The tour around the theatre provides much to enlighten any traveller, regardless of whether or not you're a Shakespeare fan. Our guide was excellent - she seemed to be quite passionate and never failed to provide... more

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5 of 5 stars
mrago   3 contributions
DC
Nov 11, 2009

The exhibition center has a lot of information regarding costuming and production, and the reconstructed theatre does give you that feel. During the season you can even attend a show for 5 quid, standing in the yard. If you opt for a seat, bring your own cushion. Wooden seat + approx. two hour performance= sore booty. :) Performed are a... more

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5 of 5 stars
TinaReads   16 contributions
New Jersey
Sep 29, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Last August we had the pleasure of going to the Globe as tourists and to see a production of HELEN. I'm glad that we took the time to go see this wonderful piece of history. We considered getting tickets on the floor to experience the mob atmosphere, but we ended up getting tickets in the gallery. The view was great... more

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5 of 5 stars
dannsing   7 contributions
New Jersey
Sep 27, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We stopped by the Shakespeare Globe Theatre on a Friday just to take a look at its rebuilt structure with the thatched roof. What we found is that it was opening weekend for the season in April and they were showing Romeo and Juliet - the classic and most famous Shakespeare play. At 15 pounds per person, it was a... more

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5 of 5 stars
BrontoBret   15 contributions
Charleston, South Carolina
Sep 21, 2009

My wife and I have traveled to London before or after visiting with family in the York area and seeing a play at Shakespeare Globe is by far my favorite thing we have done while there. If you visit during the season, you must see a play there. I would recommend standing in the Yard. The tickets are only 5... more

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4 of 5 stars
RjMTkM   20 contributions
Atlanta, Georgia
Sep 20, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

The re-creation of the Globe Theatre is very cool----well worth the time and resonable charge to visit. We went on a guided tour and found that the guide was informative and entertaining. We wish we could have seen a performance. Do your research in advance to see if you can sync up your schedule. As many have said, it would... more

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5 of 5 stars
annikalibby   24 contributions
Houston, Texas
Sep 13, 2009

I saw "As You Like It" in August at the Shakespeare's Globe theatre and is was a very nice experience. The theatre seems to be very authentic, and being open air the sunset during the play gives it a nice atmosphere. Yes, the seats are hard wooden benches but they sell cushions (or rent them, you must return them) for... more

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5 of 5 stars
countmc   75 contributions
Mission Viejo, California
Aug 26, 2009

We recently saw an afternoon performance of As You Like It. We were groundlings and as a result had to stand during the performance. Nevertheless, we were right next to the stage and had a great time. While I do not have a lot of experience watching Shakespeare, but I cannot imagine a better atmosphere for watching one of his... more

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4 of 5 stars
othersideofthewold   3 contributions
Oop North, England
Aug 21, 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

There are 2 attractions here: one is the theatre itself and the other is the tour & exhibition. We went to a Saturday matinee performance of Romeo & Juliet with children aged 12 & 15 and everyone had a great time. But, we had done plenty of research beforehand. If you find sitting on wooden benches uncomfortable it is definitely... more

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5 of 5 stars
keely027   12 contributions
norfolk
Aug 17, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

we went to see romeo and juliet and it was wonderful. I felt very sorry for the people standing below for several hours and would strongly advise you get a seat on the balcony. visually it was stunning. I would say get a cushion if you can. be aware the cost of drinks during intermission....£5 for a pimms out of... more

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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Address

21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT, England
Tel: 020 7902 1400 Fax: 44 20 7902 1401