Shakespeare's Globe Reviews

I recommend the guided tours which even if they are only in English for those who speak even a little are understandable and in any case for the other languages they give a supplement in paper with the explanation

Shakespeare. Book tickets for the midnight show in april for funtimes in the cold and rain.

Always a fantastic night, great pricing as well which makes for regular visits

Shakespeare's Globe Theater in London is exact replica (other than the straw roof) of the original theater that burned down. Even though it's newly built, the look and feel of the theater is amazing and contributes to epic feel of seeing a play here. This was on my bucket list.
I purchased tickets in advance for this year's visit to London - I saw Henry VI. Last time I was in London I couldn't get tickets because they sell out so quickly. Overall, tickets are affordable, starting with lowest priced 5 pound standing tickets to seating tickets ranging from 20 -100 pounds. I had 2nd floor balcony tickets.
Cushions are available for rent at 1 pound each and trust me - you will need/want those. Being the exact replica of the old theater, the seats are really just a long wooden bench; quite uncomfortable. The show is 3 hours long.
Drinks and snacks are available for purchase and can be brought up with you to the theater.
Overall, the show is outstanding and even though they don't only show Shakespeare plays, go see one and you won't regret it. The actors are superb, the production very simple (so nowhere to hide), and some plays are interactive (like that girl in the audience that got a full blown french kiss by one of the actors during the show I saw).
The theater is located in Bankside area of London, which is quite beautiful. It's close to London's Borough Market, which is a great place to sample really great food.
The Swan restaurant, which is adjacent to the theater also offers food, but can get very packed.
Tours of the theater are also available (went on one couple of years ago) and are great way to learn more about history of the theater and Shakespeare.

Great every time
It doesn't matter if you go for the first or the twenty first time, every visit is special. The actors are having fun and the audience feels involved and engaged. This is theater at its very best and one of the real crown jewels of London.

Very educational and fun too. History was shared but kept the interest of the audience. Only short tour and slightly pricey therefore but thoroughly enjoyable.

Went to see Hamlet very contempry production, but superb never watched a better perfomance and I have watched 5 different ways of showing the bards classic

An asset to British theatres. Amazing shows with an authentic experience of what Elizabethan/Jacobean audiences would have seen. As the standing gallery is subject to the elements, I'd recommend bringing a coat just in case!

I went here on a school trip and it was really good, even though we did have to stand up because my school bought tickets for the standing area instead of the seats.

The toilets were nice and clean and the play we watched was also very good.

Despite being a reconstruction, it is worth visiting. Photogenic on the outside and inside. Guided tours are performed in addition to a comedy programming of Sheaspeare works

Another great place to learn about the Bard! Guided tours run about every 30 minutes and well worth doing and learning more about the times of Elizabeth the First and Shakespeare. The Globe is based on the original theatre and not a bad seat in the house. If visiting during performance season take in a show as there is always a twist to it either in costumes or props.

Went to Shakespeare s Globe during my short stay in London for the Little Match Girl which is an amazing play. The team is not very big but every artist has had an excellent performance by demonstrating different talents and worked so well as a team! I love this unplugged type of performance and it s always exciting to see a bit of creative and modern twist on the original story. Would highly recommend!

So rich with culture and history. An amazing thing to do while in London.

Very interesting look at a theater at the time of Shakespeare. Of course a guess of what it was really like, but worth the visit.

I thought the rsc merry wife's of windsor would take some beating but this was just as good - delightfully different depiction of a lovely play

A great venue for a performance. Authentic Elizabethan experience includes an open roof and wooden benches (do rent the seat cushions!) Lovely location on the river--get there early to enjoy the view.

Wonderful place to watch Shakespeare. Great atmosphere.

Saw romeo and Juliet here. Had a fab evening. The theater itself is superb, the production was excellent. The view out over the thames to st Paul's is breathtaking.

A little undervalued for being a theater of this importance. Obviously, if visited carefully, it is definitely gorgeous

A charming hark back in history despite being surrounded by buildings called "The Shard," "The Cheesegrater," "The Gherkin" and soon "The Tulip."

We were very entertained at the Globe theatre tour. The tour facilitator was very witty and informative throughout. I learned so much about Shakespeare and many background information about the Globe theater and England back in the day. The tour may have only lasted under an hour.

Theater rebuilt in the 90s according to Shakespeare's canons, means and technique
The guided tour is highly recommended, even if it is only in English
Special praise goes to Ffi, our guide, very nice and competent

Rather a successful reconstruction, but a bit longish story of the actor playing the guide. Quite interesting Shakespeare's museum as part of sightseeing. The average price of tickets.

Watched a fantastic performance of 'All's well that ends well' 5* evening

Magnificent! I went in July 2013 and watched "Dream of a summer night" unforgettable !!!

Einfach nur unglaublich. Ist den Preis voll und ganz Wert.

The guide Jane was entertaining and knowledgeable. Her voice was so lovely to listen to. The theatre itself as a 'replica of what is thought to have been' was really interesting and would be awesome to watch a performance here.

Interesting. Suitable for watching a good play. Maybe for the people who were standing it was too long. A pity in my case I could not see the work until the end.

A genuinely immersive Shakespearean experience. Bargain prices for standing in the yard, which is OK if the play is not too long. Be prepared for the cold or the rain depending on the time of year. Look out for the period details in the building and expect to get up close to the actors. Fascinating.

What an amazing experience. Historic, original and a must see. Inspirational directing, Mark Rylance and beyond. How to bring C17th literature to a modern audience.

Visited as part of a school visit. Excellent staff support, knowledgeable guides and a really impressive place.

I did not go in, I found it a bit expensive for what it is. A theater replica of the period of two floors, circular and standing public.

Amazing place. Real sense of history, great acoustics and atmosphere. Nice cafe and the attached Swan pub has great views and service while enjoying a drink. Standing tickets while putting you at the heart of the action are a feat of endurance.

A journey back in time, this theatre recreates a bygone era with an oaken structure and thatched roof. The tour guide Stephanie was interesting in the explanation of Shakespeare's age and contemporary theatre

Lovely afternoon tea, selection was delicious, service was impeccable. Lovely position overlooking the river. Would highly recommend.

Great place but why do you need to pay extra for the cushions on seats when the ticket price is high enough

Great recreation of the original theatre. Tickets are not cheaps and seats are not comfortable but this is authentic. Of course check the weather and be ready as it is open air so even if under the roof, you will get hot, cold, wet or whatever.



Whatever the show, I didn't undertand anything the first time I went, it is well worth going. Also don't forget the museum next door for which your ticket will give you a discount.

Interesting, guide only in English; visit to the museum with audio guide in Italian.

Great experience and the play Henry V was interesting. Seating is uncomfortable so make sure to get a cushion.

Nothing like seeing Shakespeare performed in the Globe.

Although I've never been to a show, I love that this is a replica of Shakespeare's Swan.

Nice guided tours. The place smells like history and spending some time there is a renewing experience

Absolutely loved it! Saw Romeo and Juliet on stage, for the first time

Although it is a reconstruction of the original theater, destroyed in the Great Fire of 1666, in the land of Shakespeare his visit is obligatory. A bonus would be to attend a performance, if they have the time to do so.

Beautiful place, enjoyed the design and the play was absolutely fantastic

Great experience! Bare in mind it's a sky open theater.

Attended my partner's work party here in the underglobe. Absolutely stunned by the decor. The staff were brilliant and the atmosphere was perfect.

Shakespeare's globe is amazing. it looks beautiful even if it doesn't have a roof. the inside of it is breathtaking and the actors are great.

Its not as cool as you'd expect but it's nice for what it is

Our tour guide was amazing. She was a great story teller and knew all the important facts to help us imagine how the Globe theater and the people who went there would have been originally. I will be coming back to see a performance here as soon as I can.

Wonderful afternoon thee in The Swan overlooking the Themes

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Great tour! Well worth the 17 pounds. Just keep in mind they have no coat or luggage check.

Great venue and very helpful staff regardless of how good or bad the play!

Lovely tour, amazing performance. Beautiful setting.

Amazing, the experience will be in my mind forever. Lovely weather.

Good experience if weather OK and ticket prices reasonable.

Fantastic...you felt as you had passed back into the 16th century...the play as ever was wonderfully performed.

A dream. Mark Rylance as Iago. Theatre doesn't get any better.

Very interesting! I wish I was here during the summer to experience a Shakespeare play in the globe!

Very interesting and fun watching the plays. But bring a coat of the weather is bad.

Reconstruction apparently based on documentation of the original theater where Shackespeare's plays were performed