Sam Wanamaker Playhouse Tour
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Celebrate ten years of London’s only candlelit theatre and explore the beautiful surrounds of this unique venue on a Sam Wanamaker Playhouse Tour.
Led by one of our expert guides, on this special tour you’ll learn about the legacy of 16th century indoor playhouses, including their impact on Shakespeare’s writing in his late plays such as The Winter’s Tale and The Tempest, as well as the history of our very own one, opened on Bankside in 2014.
Who was Sam Wanamaker?
Why was candlelight so important to Shakespeare?
How many candles does it take to light the Playhouse? And what are the candles made of?
Find out answers to these and more on a Sam Wanamaker Playhouse Tour.
Tours are in English and last approximately 40 minutes. Tickets for this experience do not include entry to the Globe Theatre.
DETAILS
Tickets
Adult £20
Under 16s £15
This event is on-site in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Visit time 40 minutes
Terms and conditions
A £2.50 transaction fee per order applies online and over the telephone.
Find out how to get here, where to stay and read our FAQs.
The tour includes steps and is conducted on foot – let us know during the booking process if anyone in your party has any physical access requirements. If you have any other access requirements (such as needing a Touch Tour or a BSL interpreter), please email us so we can discuss what we can put in place.
