Shakespeare London Guide, London, England

What are the best places to see Shakespeare plays in London? Follow my Shakespeare London guide for all the options.

London is the city where Shakespeare made his name, where his plays were first performed, and where the tradition of staging his work has continued, largely unbroken, for four centuries.

I’ve seen Shakespeare plays at several London theatres over the years. Each one offers a different experiences. The venue shapes the production as much as the cast does.

I created this guide to help you choose where to see Shakespeare plays in London with all the main options and what makes them unique, plus some tips from my own experience.

It’s a faithful reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original 1599 theatre. It’s located just a few hundred metres from where the first Globe stood.

Last time I saw a show at the Globe I got standing tickets with a friend, and we both got there early to stand close to the stage. We were literally leaning against the stage.

Modelled on an indoor Jacobean playhouse, it’s an intimate candlelit space seating around 340 people.

The plays are performed entirely by candlelight. It’s particularly well suited to Shakespeare’s darker, more psychological plays. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).