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Shakespeare's Globe Appoints First Ever Chief Impact Officer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026

Shakespeare's Globe has appointed Lottie Birdsall-Strong as its inaugural Chief Impact Officer, marking a significant addition to its leadership team.

CATS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and More Set For Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced Drew McOnie's second season, opening with the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes, a new mystery by Joel Horwood. Learn more here!

Shakespeare's Globe Reveals Summer Season 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

This summer, join Shakespeare's Globe for a season bursting with world-class artists, lesser-known classics, and much-loved plays, in two of the most iconic theatres in the world.

PINOCCHIO Musical Will Return to Shakespeare's Globe in the 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced that the new musical Pinocchio will return for the 2026 festive season.  Based on Carlo Collodi’s original stories, Pinocchio is directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes.

Review: PINOCCHIO, Globe Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Dec 22, 2025

Pinocchio at the Globe Theatre is a radiant and heartfelt triumph which transforms a much loved story into a richly imaginative new musical. The atmosphere is electric, with the standing audience filling the lower space, with a striking set emblazoned with giant letters spelling PINOCCHIO framed by grand red curtains, ensuring the sense of occasion is unmistakable.

Review: GHOST STORIES, Peacock Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 6, 2025

Ghost Stories, written by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, promises audience members at the Peacock Theatre “moments of extreme shock and tension,” warning potential ticket bookers that the show is “unsuitable for anyone under the age of 15” and recommending that those of a “nervous disposition” should “think very seriously before attending.” It’s quite the list of warnings, making one question exactly what they are going to witness in the play.

Cast Set For West End Run of GHOST STORIES
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025

The cast has been set for the return of Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories to the West End. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Review: THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, Shakespeare's Globe
by Abbie Grundy - Jul 10, 2025

Revenge is a dish best served thrice in this staging of the Merry Wives of Windsor.

Cast Set For THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Merry Wives of Windsor, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (Romeo and Juliet, 2025). Learn more here!

Video: Watch A Scene From Wild West-Inspired ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare's Globe
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025

Get a first look at Romeo & Juliet on the Globe stage, as they explore one of Shakespeare's most famous plays, transported to the exciting and dangerous world of the Wild West. Watch Act 1, Scene 5 from the new production!

Review: ROMEO AND JULIET, Shakespeare's Globe
by Katie Kirkpatrick - May 6, 2025

In this version of the familiar story, we are whisked away to the 1800s American West. The sparring young men are now gun-touting cowboys, the ball is a barn dance, and the soundtrack is all banjos and whistles. It’s a bold transposition of the star-crossed Verona lovers, but one that works surprisingly well. 

Video: Inside Rehearsals For ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare's Globe
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2025

Join the cast of Romeo & Juliet in a look at rehearsals on the Globe stage, as they explore one of Shakespeare's most famous plays, transported to the exciting and dangerous world of the Wild West. Watch the video!

ROMEO + JULIET Full Company Announced At Shakespeare's Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025

Shakespeare's Globe has announced the cast of Romeo and Juliet, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (Much Ado About Nothing, 2024; The Comedy of Errors, 2023-24).

ROMEO AND JULIET Cast Revealed At Shakespeare's Globe
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe has revealed the cast of Romeo and Juliet, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes. Romeo and Juliet launches the summer season, running from 25 April until 2 August in the Globe Theatre.  

THE CRUCIBLE and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced its Summer Season, running from April – October 2025.  Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!

Cast Set For UK Tour of GHOST STORIES
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Casting has been announced for Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman’s worldwide cult phenomenon Ghost Stories, which is set to embark on its first full UK national tour opening at Churchill Theatre, Bromley.

Review: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, Shakespeare's Globe
by Abbie Grundy - Aug 30, 2024

Chaos and confusion reign in this laughter-filled production.

Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Shakespeare's Globe
by Abbie Grundy - May 4, 2024

Much Ado About Nothing is a laughter-filled production with stellar performances throughout.

Cast Set For RICHARD III at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Richard III, directed by Elle While. Performances run 9 May – 3 August. Learn more about the cast here!

Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Comedy of Errors, Globe), with Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale as Benedick and Beatrice.