The announcement of the 2026 summer season has generated the usual amount of excitement with a diverse line-up of productions running through late spring and deep into autumn. And Ticket and hotel packages are now available to book from Theatre Breaks.
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Globe Theatre (c. David Jensen) 1
In the meantime, ticket and hotel packages for The Tempest are available to book at the beautiful Sam Wanamaker Theatre from 08 February to 12 April 2026 if you like your Shakespeare indoors and lit by candlelight.
The summer however will take us back outside under the big O. Theatre Breaks have sets in the upper, middle and lower galleries so you can choose where you sit.
The summer officially opens with A Midsummer Night’s Dream — Shakespeare’s beloved comedy of mischief and magic — staged in the iconic open-air Globe. This production runs from late April and promises a vivid exploration of love, fantasy and theatrical exuberance.
Following that, the Globe presents a bold staging of Mother Courage and Her Children, Bertolt Brecht’s powerful epic about resilience in the face of war. In a notable creative choice, Artistic Director Michelle Terry is set to star in the title role, bringing fresh perspective to this 20th-century classic.
Classic Shakespeare returns with Much Ado About Nothing, a sparkling comedy of wit and romance, running from June through October.
Elsewhere in the summer repertoire, Love’s Labour’s Lost — directed by Globe associate artist Indiana Lown-Collins — adds youthful energy with its combination of comedy, wordplay and spirited performances.
Another highlight: As You Like It, co-directed by Sean Holmes and Charlie Josephine, rounds off the season with its pastoral humour and vibrant characters, exploring gender, identity and community in Shakespeare’s lush Forest of Arden.
Globe Theatre (c. John Wildgoose)
As always, Theatre Breaks are offering ticket and hotel packages for the Summer 2026 season and packages are now available – follow the links for your favourite plays.
Shakespeare’s Globe Package FAQs
What are the nearest hotels to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre?
The Ibis Styles Southwark is ideally located for exploring London’s Southbank as is the The 4* Novotel London Bridge and the Mercure London Bankside. All are just a short walk to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
How many nights are included in a break to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre?
You can stay for as long as you like, so you could see several plays if you time it right. At least one night’s hotel accommodation is included but you can keep adding nights until you are bored of London – and we all know what that means!
