Passions run deep in The Taming of the Shrew, returning to the Globe this summer in an uproarious new production from Jude Christopher who makes their Globe debut as a director. One of Shakespeare's most recognisable plays, this marvellous comedy sees warring temperaments between reluctant suitor Petruchio and his even more reluctant intended Katherina reach a fever pitch as they're thrown together by his best friend Luciano in his quest to wed. her much more obliging sister Bianca. The inspiration behind 90s teen comedy 10 Things I Hate About You and much more, don't miss your chance to join in the action!

A firm favorite of Shakespeare's oeuvre, The Comedy of Errors is a colorful confection of chaos full of witty wordplay, frothy farce, and irresistible anarchy. Back by popular demand for 2024, once again directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes, this bubbly comedy will whisk you to a faraway land where the fortunes of two sets of identical twins opens up a world of romance, seductions, brushes with the law, and of course, plenty of instances of mistaken identity.

Directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC) and written by Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night Dream, Globe), prepare yourself to witness the incredible true story of Princess Essex. This music-filled, quick-witted production will leave you in awe. Taking place in the historic open-air Globe Theatre, this Edwardian seaside beauty pageant adventure will not only entertain you but educate and inspire you.

The Globe becomes a winter wonderland this Christmas as this glittering adaptation of Simon Armitage's reimagining of the classic folk tale returns for 2024. Join siblings Hansel and Gretel for a delicious adventure as they try to discover a way out of the forest, instead discovering the sweet-covered cottage of a kind old woman. But all is not as it seems, as the pair discover the dessert house is not the only thing on the menu!