Question 1

Why is Shakespeare's Globe so famous?

Accepted Answer

The Shakespear’s Globe is one of the oldest theatres in London, and is popular due to the involvement of the legendary William Shakespeare himself. Built during the 1590s, this theatre was only the source of entertainment in London. It is also famous owing to its exemplary plays, dramas, and guided tours.

Question 2

What is inside the Shakespeare's Globe?

Accepted Answer

1. With your Shakespeares Globe tickets explore the Global Stage, which has two primary parts, the outer stage and the inner stage.2. The Outer Stage is an open stage, projecting towards the courtyard. 3. The Inner Stage is the practice and rehearsal area of actors, and also hosts different plays. 4. You can also spot the cellar known as “hell”, beneath the outer and inner stages.5. The cellar is accessible by two exquisitely crafted trap doors.6. You can also visit the Tiring House with your Shakespeares Globe tickets, which is located behind the stages, and houses the prop room, the musician’s gallery, and passageways.

Question 3

Any tips before going to the Shakespeare's Globe?

Accepted Answer

1. Since the Shakespear’s Globe is an open theatre, it is recommended to dress according to the weather, and bring your own blankets. 2. In case of any sort of cancellation, your Shakespeares Globe tickets will either be replaced with a credit voucher or can be rescheduled. 3. During the workshops, screenings or performances, photography is not permitted, and video recording is also prohibited during the guided tour.

Question 4

How long does it take to explore Shakespeare's Globe?

Accepted Answer

With your Shakespeares Globe tickets, once you start to explore this theatre, it will take around 40 minutes to completely know about the entire theatre. If you are planning on attending a play or an event or show, it might take longer. Hence, it is recommended to plan your schedule accordingly.

Question 5

Is there any cafe in Shakespeare's Globe?

Accepted Answer

The Shakespeares Globe tickets also give you access to the Swan Restaurant present in the theatre, and you can enjoy a fine dining experience here, with spectacular views of the River Thames, and St Paul’s Cathedral. You can indulge in both outdoor and indoor dining experience here.

Question 6

Which are the other best theatres in London?

Accepted Answer

1. Royal Opera House: Located in the Convent Gardens, the Royal Opera House is a significant performing arts venue, and houses the very popular Royal Opera, The Royal Ballet, and the extremely talented Orchestra. You can indulge in a tour to the backstage of this historic theatre of London, or watch some world-class shows hosted here. 2. Sadler’s Wells: Situated in Islington, the Sadler’s Wells is known to be the leading dance venues in the world, and is a top tourist attraction. Several international and local artists, dancers, and performers bring in extraordinary dance performances in this theatre. Some of the most popular dance forms performed include contemporary, Bollywood, tap, tango, ballet, circus, robotic, flamenco, and many more. 3. National Theatre: Located in London's South Bank, the National Theatre is home to three massive auditoriums, called the Olivier Theatre, the Lyttelton Theatre, and the Dorfman Theatre. Several popular drama shows are held here, including the Shakespearean Drama, the classic international drama, contemporary plays, and even live musicals. You can also indulge in some exciting behind-the-scenes tours when visiting the National Theatre.

Question 7

What are the best things to do in London at night?

Accepted Answer

1. Explore London Museums at Night: Several popular London museums are open late at night on selected days, and you can indulge in a leisurely quiet stroll along the beautiful museums. Some of the museums that are open during the night are the British Museum, the Science Museum, Tate Modern museum, the National Gallery, and the London Transport museum.2. Enjoy View from the Shard: The Shard, being the tallest building in the whole of Europe, is known for its towering height of 310 metres, and for its open-air observation deck experience. The view during the night is incredibly surreal, for you can see the city coming to life with lights. You can also indulge in dining experiences when in Shard, and relish the views while enjoying quality food. 3. Indulge in London Nightlife: London is one of the most popular destinations when it comes to nightlife and the pub crawling experiences. You can visit the Shoreditch for late night bar parties, or can visit Camden for some great live music performances. The night clubs here vary according to the areas, and the prices can range from expensive to moderate.