Richard III - Globe

Meet Richard: the man, the myth, the monster. A new production of Shakespeare’s Richard III unfolds in the Globe Theatre this summer, with Artistic Director Michelle Terry in the title role.

Richard can taste the throne but before he can place the English crown on his own head, he must first set in motion a series of villainous events that threaten the lives of everyone around him.

Imagine a world in which self-serving ambition is audaciously paraded and pursued, and murderous crimes are committed and confessed with irresistible charm, charisma and impunity. Who can stop this pathological narcissist before the whole country is deceived and destroyed?

Following 2023’s ★★★★ ‘riveting’ (The Telegraph) A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Elle While returns to direct.

‘Alack I love myself.’– Act V, scene 3

Important Information

The play contains scenes of violence and death.

Age Restrictions

All Ages. Please note: some of Shakespeare’s Plays explore scenes which some children may find upsetting.

Performance Times

Now taking bookings for performances up until Sat 3rd August 2024.

Show times for each day are below.

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7.30pm

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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Details

Nearest rail: London Bridge

Tube lines: Northern, Jubilee

Nearest tube: London Bridge

Directions from London Bridge :

Exit the station, following signs for the River Thames/South Bank. As you reach the river, head west and the Globe is by the Tate Modern on the south side of the river.

In congestion zone?: Yes

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Location

21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT

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Please note: The location shown on the map is an approximate location of the theatre. In the majority of cases the theatre will be marked on the map so please make sure you locate the exact location yourself. If the theatre is not shown on the map please make sure you locate the correct road name and take account of the directions.