Who said you had to play by the rules?

When Helen cures the dying King, he grants her one wish: to choose any man she wants for her husband. Rejected by the man she’s always loved, Helen sets out to get him, by whatever means necessary. Chelsea Walker makes her Globe directorial debut with Shakespeare’s ruthless thriller.

Following last year’s sold-out event, this BSL-led evening of cabaret, comedy and music returns to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse for one night only!

Join Poet Laureate and writer of our new production of Hansel and Gretel, Simon Armitage, in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse for an exclusive In Conversation event.

Following last year’s sold-out run, poet, actor and comedian Tim Key returns to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse with his festive extravaganza Chrimbo Bimbo.

Secrets and lies. It’s human nature.

A secret marriage changes the course of two ancient kingdoms. For the first time in ten years, see Cymbeline, Shakespeare’s late, tragic comedy of love and rebellion, in the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Director Jennifer Tang makes her Globe directorial debut.

A life is a long time to wait.

For the first time at the Globe, experience the work of playwright Anton Chekhov with this twentieth century classic. Their world is going up in flames, one minute at a time. But can three sisters create the change they’re longing for? Caroline Steinbeis returns to the Playhouse to direct the world premiere of a new translation by playwright Rory Mullarkey.

A deliciously festive treat for all ages.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hansel and Gretel, as a new version of The Brothers Grimm’s fairy tale by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage transforms the Globe Theatre with poetry, songs and hope. Returning with a new recipe of music, mayhem and festive magic, this is a delicious treat for everyone aged 5+ directed by Nick Bagnall.

The Comedy Store Players return to the Globe Theatre for the 24th year with their rambunctious brand of improvised sketches, songs and trademark ‘Shakespeare playlet’.

A daring new 90-minute version of Shakespeare’s tale of tyranny and ambition, created especially for young people. When three women predict soldier Macbeth’s future, he decides to fulfil their prophecy and seize control of the nation, but at a terrible cost.