Along the Thames's south bank, next to the Tate Modern,
one will spot an odd-looking building with a thatched roof:
The original Globe was built in 1599
and one of its shareholders was Shakespeare himself .
This was where many of his greatest plays were presented,
until 1613 when a fire burned the theatre to the ground.
This was where many of his greatest plays were presented,
until 1613 when a fire burned the theatre to the ground.
Set a few metres from the original location,
the reconstructed building, which was based on the original theatre's design,
hosts an array of high quality theatre productions in a truly stunning setting.
Attending a performance at the Globe is a unique experience:
with a yard opened to the sky,
spectators stand and get close to all the action.
{you can always book a sitting ticket in the covered galleries
if you prefer more comfort}.
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What's even better is that the the Shakespeare's Globe
offres at each performance 700 tickets at just £5,
offres at each performance 700 tickets at just £5,
giving you the chance to become part of the 'groundlings',
the name given to the audience members
who stood in the yard of the original Globe,
paying a penny to stand close to the stage.
So, with ticket prices costing less than a two way Tube journey,
this summer, Londoners and the capital's visitors
can enjoy fantastic Shakespearean productions,
this summer, Londoners and the capital's visitors
can enjoy fantastic Shakespearean productions,
like the Merchant of Venice, King John & Richard II,
in the most original setting.
In a nutshell: a unique theatrical experience in London.
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 9DT
Tickets from £5
Nearest Tube station is Blackfriars & London Bridge
Read more about this summer productions at the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
*photos courtesy of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
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