Sam Wanamaker Playhouse London
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse Tickets
What’s On at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
Its 10th Anniversary is coming soon and to celebrate, the 2023-2024 Sam Wanamaker Playhouse events schedule has a fantastic mixture of plays lined up that perfectly illustrate why this candlelit venue is like no other. The season starts in November with Henrik Ibsen’s powerful and haunting family tragedy Ghosts, before Shakespeare's Othello opens in January.
We recommend booking tickets to The Duchess of Malfi, opening in February. This blood-soaked Jacobean revenge tragedy was the first ever play performed at the venue when it opened in 2014 and is sure to be just as gripping this time around. From Shakespeare to the father of modernist drama, these top events at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse prove that it is one of the most exciting theatres for fans of classics!
About the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse London opened in January 2014 as a faithful replica of 17th century candlelit theatres. It is located on the same site as the Globe Theatre, and usually hosts performances during the colder months.
Shakespeare's Globe Founder Sam Wanamaker always envisioned an indoor theatre to complement the open-air Globe, and the Playhouse's red brick shell was already in place when the Globe Theatre opened in 1997. It was used as a workshop and rehearsal space for many years before work to convert it into an active venue began in 2012. The Globe’s Architecture Research Group and architects Allies & Morrison consulted sketches of real Jacobean playhouses to create an accurate performance space.
The playhouse is an intimate venue with a green oak frame. It is lit by over 100 beeswax candles and has authentic design features including wood carvings and benched seating. Look up as you enter: the beautiful painted ceiling depicts the moon goddess Luna amongst clouds, created by a team led by artist Zaza Opperman.
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse opened with a revival of the Jacobean tragedy The Duchess of Malfi. It has hosted several acclaimed productions including Farinelli and the King starring Mark Rylance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse box office open and how do I collect tickets?
What time does the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse London open for a show?
What food and drink are available at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
Is there a dress code at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
Does the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse have a cloakroom?
There are many local luggage storage facilities for larger bags such as Stasher and Luggage Hero. Locations and pre-booking are available online.
Is the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse air-conditioned?
Where should I eat near the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
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Is the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse the same as Shakespeare’s Globe?
Shakespeare's Globe usually operates during the summer and the Sam Wanamaker during winter, but they sometimes share seasons.
