Shakespeare's Globe, Southwark, London

Great experience. The Brit writers book awards was held there recently and it was an amazing event really well done guys.

I didn’t like it

Just an unbelievable experience !
When you enter the theatre its like a step back in time, very well made.
Standing infront of the stage is a much bigger expirience than sitting, you will forget the time while watching any play.
The price for the unbelievable result is more than justified !
I don´t want to tell to much,so just go there, when you are in London !

I watched the “Much Ado About Nothing” play and I am still fascinated about how wonderful it was! The actors are skilled (I don’t know how much they actually are, but they know what they are doing), the stage is a place where time does not exist and the whole place just lets you forget about everything but the play you see…
I recommend it to everybody who is interested in Shakespeare or at least in good theatre!
Oh, and the rain is nothing that will ruin your evening! Just buy a ticket for the lodge and you’ll be fine or enjoy the stances! As long as you don’t mind wet shoes… And by the way, you’re in England. But really, it’s worth it. The adjacency to the stage is brilliant.
It’s next to Millenium bridge, so you can take a nice walk across the Thames River while you wait!
So: I can just recommend the whole location.

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Well it can be overpriced (although if you see a show at midnight, you can get in for a fiver), but it has a gravitas despite looking (being!) like it was build yesterday. But I have to say, I haven't seen anything that really, truly struck me as great theatre.

and not because I had to stand.

We visited The Globe during a weekend in London as we had a 2-for-1 voucher from travelling by train. Of everything we did, this will stick in the memory the longest. The guided tour was superb, being both informative and light-hearted at the same time. The greatest compliment I can give is that after visiting we are now eager to return and actually watch a play.

In its first staging at The Globe Theatre, All's Well That Ends Well is brought to life in John Doves production.

It tells the story of Helena (Ellie Piercy) who is in love with her Count Bertram (Sam Crane) though he doesn't seem to notice she exists.

After curing the King of France (played wonderfully by Sam Cox) she is allowed to marry the man of her choosing and chooses Bertram, much to the delight of his mother, the Countess of Roussillion (played delightfully by Janie Dee).

As this is a Shakespeare story, nothing goes to plan and Helena is left feeling rejected and in need of a plan to truly win the heart of the man she loves.

Although it is one of Shakespeare's lesser than plays, All's Well That Ends Well is the perfect production for a place like The Globe, with its simple storyline and modest scenery and cast.

You really feel as if you are personally witnessing this love story unfold as if you were a member of the household and can't help but feel your heart warmed by an ending, that for once, ends the way you feel every love story should.

All's Well That Ends Well is showing at The Globe Theatre until August 21st.

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I've been to the Globe many times - it helps to have a mother who is an English teacher and very keen on theatre - and hope to go back again many times.

Visiting whilst still at secondary school, I've been lucky enough to stand on the stage myself, which is a remarkable experience. Since then, I've been to see a few production, with a trip to As You Like It already lined up for this summer. Maybe it's in my mind, but Shakespeare always seems easier to understand when it's performed here!

The building is amazing, the recreation of the Elizabethan stalls and stage as near to perfect as I can imagine. The atmosphere during any performance, regardless of the time of day or the weather (I've been there in the cold, in the sun and the rain) is always remarkable. And the museum underneath isn't half bad either!

What an amazing place to visit. Excellent location right near the restaurants on the waterfront.

Even if you are not a massive Shakespeare fan you have to experience the atmosphere and performances in this building. It is definitely something that you will remember.

My favorite place in the world. i would go every week if I could.

Have recently found out that you can volunteer to work here in your spare time. All i need to do is find some time which is spare and i will.

The moment you arrive you are taken in by everything.

It's so authentic even down to paying for cushions to sit on as the wooden benches aren't renowned for their comfort.

If you have the legs you can get a ticket for the pit but i would recommend paying more to sit.

Shakespeare, legend. Simples!!!

Stunning. As you go in you feel steeped in history and excited about the play about to unfold. As a groundling (standing in front of the stage, as opposed to seated), the view is different but totally immersive and the dialogue and acting are easily seen. The restoration is magnificent and it is well worth a visit.

Note - it takes some time to get into the Shakespearean speech, but once you do there is no problem understanding the flow of the play!

I was at the Globe back in 2006 with my Class, unfortunately I can't remember the name of the play. But it was gorgeous! The play was very funny and the actors where quite good. And the venue itself, I think there is nothing more to say then: Beautiful! The next time I'm in London I'll definitely be there ;)

5 pound a ticket is very good value.
(You do have to stand thought)

It has so much history about this place, so if you are in any way in Kline to a bit of English history, you have to come here

Brilliant experience!

Being a groundling is worth doing once, but don't choose a long play and do bring a cushion for the interval!

Don't buy restricted view seating, it's just frustrating and not worth it!

Book early!

Also: cracking gift shop.

NEW. We have just enjoyed Macbeth.

Properly trained actors working hard in a very physical production. Lots of surprises and musicians.
Magnificent performances of the "Porter" and the "Witches". Screaming school children were thrilled.

James McArdle was outstanding with timing, pace and projection. We could hear him enunciate even at our altitude.

OLD. If you have one visit alone in a lifetime to begin to understand England, Tudor drama and Shakespeare you will enjoy the Globe.

We were privileged in Summer 2009 to be seated with our backs against a rear wall at a production of "As You Like It".
We knew the play as best fun of the known "Comedies".

This was a wonderful production with a magnificent cast.

More understandable by a skilfully adjusted script. We did not have to slog the Arden version.

Music, songs, clown jokes, lust and happiness are included. An entertainment.

And one of the most famous dramatic poems recited by a known talented actor (Theatre, Film etc) to a spellbound audience. The 7 Ages of Man delivered with flair and masterly worked, interaction as Tudor, with a schoolboy in the "groundlings" audience.
We watched a safe hands USA Dad with his son scarcely believing he found himself contributing to accessible live theatre. The audience rewards the cast.

The physical and athletic performance of the actors was a delight.

The musicians and the vocal talents of the supporting leading actors were magnificent.

In this special place we, all humble visitors, who played no part in its creation, inherited a part of the Wanamaker legacy and vision.

Anyone can enjoy the beauty of seeing and hearing a masterpiece in this setting.

The experience inspired the audience and it was so strong emotionally. It moved many of us to tears making us weep for joy.

Tickets are cheap, but rent a cushion for seats. Hard benches. Back braces also available.

Standing is very cheap, but not for youngsters or infirm even with intervals. You cannot rest.

We went down recently for an open day for Shakespeare's 300th birthday, bless 'im. I had visited here previously for a corporate event but this was a chance to have a better look around. The Bard was looking pretty good for his age - Firstly we took a look through the museum. It's a bit dated and naff for a museum. Personally I love all the info detailing the rebuilding of the Globe, the info on London at the time etc, but I think the main space there could be a little bit better in its lighting and ease of access. It's a little bit like being led around a rat run. After we'd seen the museum we went upstairs to view the theatre itself. Much better!
We sat in the sun and watched some of the free performances of music and recitals by members of the unsuspecting public. For corporates there is a amll auditorium and various small meeting and dining rooms that can be hired. My favourite is the Swan at the Globe restuarant and the room abouve it that both look over the Thames with views up and down the river. Don't know if I would really pay to see the museum, but definitely worth a performance - especially at the £5.00 standing deals they do all summer.

The theatre is wonderful, if you're proper old school like me and don't mind a bit of standing about.

But, here's a word or two of warning: If you're strolling past on WS's birthday, don't be tempted in by free entrance fee that coincides with and celebrates the day of the Bard's birth.

The museum lacks invention and inspiration and overall was about as stimulating as Camilla Parker-Bowles underwear draw, as boring as being locked in a room with Andy Murray and as a result, even the most hardcore tourists were losing the will to live.

It’s easily the worst free ticket I never spent money on.

As everyone else has said before me eloquently, the Globe is a super and special place.

I went last Friday to see Macbeth and was stunned by the production, the acting and the atmosphere. Thrilling.

All I will say is if you can go: do. If you can afford to grab a seat then invest in a cushion. And whatever you do, unless it's a barmy midsummer's night, bring a big jumper or a coat. I was f-f-f-freezing. It was so worth it though.

An excellent site to see, this really is a very special place. Where else (apart from Stratford Upon Avon or the Minack in Cornwall) would you want to see some good ye olde shakespeare.

Excellent destination, I would highly recommend it.