globe theatre Yard (Standing) Lower/Middle/Upper Galleries (Seated)

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1 globe theatre Q A N P UPPER GALLERY B C Yard (Standing) L K J H G F E M D Lower/Middle/Upper Galleries (Seated) WALKWAY n n 0 n n 0 n n 0 Under s off all seats in the Globe Theatre. P N Q GENTLEMEN S ROOMS MIDDLE GALLERY A B C VISIBILITY PLEASE NOTE The roof of the stage and all gallery seats are held up by pillars and there is no seat from which the action is not obscured at some point. All seats are priced accordingly. M L K J H WALKWAY G F D E LOWER GALLERY Q STAGE A P B UPPER GALLERY N YARD (STANDING) D L E MIDDLE GALLERY J H G LOWER GALLERY YARD Limited View Best Overall All information correct at the time of going to print. Shakespeare s Globe reserves the right to alter the programme or performance schedule without prior notification.

2 sam wanamaker playhouse fixed position standing 0 seated, 0,,,, premium tickets also available VISIBILITY PLEASE NOTE All gallery seats are held up by pillars. The shape of the galleries and auditorium means that some seats are at an acute angle to the stage. Candelabra above the stage may move during a performance to create various lighting states. There is no seat from which the action is not obscured at some point. All seats are priced accordingly. fixed standing LOWER GALLERY pit UPPER GALLERY Upper Lower PIT STAGE PIT STAGE Stage Pit Upper Lower Upper Upper Lower and Pit Upper Lower Lower

3 Welcome all! Shakespeare s Globe aspires to be the most inviting venue in the country, and we are thrilled to announce even greater access to our building and shows. We are committed to making your visit as easy and enjoyable as possible, so check out our new relaxed performances as well as our usual touch tours, signed, captioned and audio described performances. You can read our Access Guide at shakespearesglobe.com/access or you can request a copy by post. We all look forward to welcoming you all to the Wonder Season. Emma Rice, Artistic Director Designate Access information Tel: am.00pm Monday Friday access@shakespearesglobe.com Access Scheme Shakespeare s Globe provides a free Access Scheme with a view to improving the experience of visitors. Patrons who are members of the scheme are eligible for adjusted ticket prices. Visit shakespearesglobe.com/access to join. PARKING Two parking spaces are available for disabled patrons. Spaces must be booked in advance and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Wheelchair users Wheelchair users must inform the Box Office at the time of booking. Patrons wishing to transfer between wheelchairs and bench seating should call the Access Information line prior to booking as not all seats are suitable, or access@shakespearesglobe.com. Unfortunately, we may be unable to accommodate you if you book an unsuitable seat or do not notify us at the time of booking. RELAXED PERFORMANCES A relaxed performance is intended specifically to be sensitive to, and celebrating of, audience members who may enjoy a more relaxed environment. This means that there is a more casual-than-usual approach to front-of-house etiquette and we ask audience members to be aware of people s needs to move or make involuntary noise. Deaf people And People with hearing Loss An induction loop is available at all performances. Hearing aids should be switched to T or position to access the loops. Loops may be affected by climate. A small number of hearing loop enhancers are available; please ask at the Welcome Desk in the foyer on arrival. Please inform the Box Office or Access Information line if you wish to bring a hearing dog to a performance Please see the performance schedule for dates of sign language interpreted and captioned performances. Blind or Visually Impaired people Touch tours are available before audio-described performances. Guide dogs are welcome please inform Box Office at the time of booking or access@shakespearesglobe.com. Please refer to the performance schedule for dates of audio-described performances.

4 WEATHER In the Globe Theatre, all seats are covered, but the theatre is open to the elements and performances continue whatever the weather. There is a free water point on the West Piazza. The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is an indoor venue. STAIRS If you have problems climbing stairs or suffer from vertigo, you are advised to book tickets in the Lower (in the Globe Theatre) or the Pit (in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse). LATECOMERS Latecomers are admitted but may be asked to wait until a suitable point in the production or the interval. SEATING Seating in the Globe Theatre consists of wooden benches Yard tickets are standing only, so please do not bring shooting sticks or chairs. In the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, seating consists of cushioned wooden benches. CLOAKROOM A cloakroom is available for patrons attending performances for a charge. Large bags must be left in the cloakroom. Shakespeare s Globe reserves the right to refuse oversized or obstructive items into the theatre, and cannot be held responsible for any personal items brought to the venue or left in the cloakroom. Random bag searches may take place. HOW TO FIND US Shakespeare s Globe, New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE DT Shakespeare s Globe is easily accessible by all forms of public transport. Visit shakespearesglobe.com/your-visit to plan your journey. BANKSIDE To Waterloo National Theatre SITE MAP THE CUT Tate Modern To St Paul s UPPER THAMES STREET MILLENNIUM BRIDGE UNION STREET BANKSIDE STAGE NEW GLOBE WALK BEAR GDNS SUMNER STREET SOUTHWARK SOUTHWARK BRIDGE PARK ST STREET To London Bridge CHILDREN A ticket is required for anyone aged three and over. If your child cries or causes a disturbance you will be asked to leave and may not be readmitted to the theatre.

5 Per forming in the Globe Theatre A Midsummer Night s The Taming of the The of Venice Per forming in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse The of Vitebsk The Two Gentlemen of Verona Introductory Lectures Inspiring introductory talks about the plays in the season given by leading Shakespeare scholars and supported by Globe actors..00pm.00pm. Tickets ( Friends of Shakespeare s Globe/Students). Actor Q&As Theatre company members share their experiences of this season s plays and answer your questions in these chaired Q&As. c. minutes after the matinee performance. Tickets ( FoSG/Students). Study Days A day of workshops, seminars and lively discussion exploring the season s plays, led by Globe Theatre artists and leading Shakespeare scholars. 0.00am.0pm. Tickets ( FoSG/Students). Midnight Matinees Magical night-time performances under the stars. Friends & Patrons Meet the Cast c.0 minutes after the matinee performance. Tickets FoSG, Patrons and guests, includes a glass of wine or soft drink. Relaxed performances With a more relaxed view of front of house etiquette, these performances are intended to be sensitive to and celebrating of audience members who may enjoy a more relaxed environment. Audio-described performances Audio description translates actions on the stage into words for blind and visually impaired people. Captioned performances Theatre captions are similar to television subtitles, turning the actors lines into text for Deaf, deafened and hearing impaired people. BSL interpreted performances British Sign Language interpreted shows translate our plays for Deaf audience members. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Wonder Season opens Saturday 0 April 0 April 0.0pm 0.00pm.0pm 0.00pm.0pm.00pm.0pm 0

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8 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 0.0pm.00pm.0pm.00pm.0pm.00pm All information correct at time of printing, but may be subject to change BY PHONE 00 0 DELIVERY CHARGE All mailed tickets are subject to a postal charge of.0 (UK) or.0 (groups and overseas). REFUNDS and exchanges Shakespeare s Globe cannot give refunds on any ticket sold. We can exchange tickets for a later performance of the same production on the condition that we receive the tickets at least days before the performance. There is an administration fee of.0 per ticket (free for Friends of Shakespeare s Globe). ONLINE shakespearesglobe.com (.0 transaction fee applies) SCHOOL/GROUP BOOKINGS Book ten seated tickets and get one additional ticket free. Tickets must be for the same performance. Please note there is limited availability for groups in all areas of the theatres. For groups including students aged under a ratio of one adult per ten students is required. There are limits to the sizes of groups in both theatres. Adults must remain with their group throughout the performance. For more information, please speak to the Box Office. TOP UP DONATIONS We receive no government funding and depend on our audiences to support our work and ambitions. Whilst booking your tickets please consider making an additional donation. Adding just a small amount to your ticket purchase will be of huge benefit to us.