Julius Caesar Play in London

Name: Julius Caesar Play in London
Start: 2026-11-06T14:20:00+0000
End: 2027-02-14T22:00:00+0000
Location: Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

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7.00 GBP

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Duration2 Hour and 35 minutes

14:00–
22:00

From Monday to Saturday

Experience Shakespeare’s gripping political thriller Julius Caesar in the intimate, candlelit setting of the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse beside Shakespeare’s Globe.

Follow Marcus Brutus as he struggles between loyalty to Caesar and the growing threat of dictatorship.

As a conspiracy unfolds in the Roman Senate, political conflict, betrayal, and violence push Rome towards civil war. Directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins, this powerful production explores ambition, friendship, and political conflict.

Experience Shakespeare’s iconic Julius Caesar in an intimate, candlelit theatre
Set in the historic Sam Wanamaker Playhouse beside Shakespeare’s Globe
Follow Marcus Brutus as he faces a difficult choice between loyalty and political opposition
A gripping story of conspiracy, betrayal, ambition, and civil war
Directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins
Inspired by Plutarch’s Parallel Lives
Written around 1599, making it one of Shakespeare’s enduring political tragedies
A powerful theatrical exploration of friendship, power, and political violence

Entry to the show

F&B and anything not mentionned as inclusions

Strictly for ages 16 and above, Under 5s may not be admitted
The venue is wheelchair accessible with a ramp for the entrance and lift access to the performance space
No dress code required; guests may dress comfortably or formally as preferred
Complimentary cloakroom available, but large bags or suitcases should be avoided
Gallery artwork on display is available for purchase; contact venue staff for details
You may not bring food or drink purchased elsewhere.
Latecomers may only be admitted at suitable breaks in the performance at the discretion of the theatre.
This play features depictions of war, suicide and violence.

This experience has a non-cancellable and non-changeable cancellation policy: Once booked, the ticket cannot be canceled or modified.

Venue address: Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 9DT, United Kingdom

Nearest tube station The nearest tube station is Blackfriars (District and Circle lines). It is about 10 minutes’ walk away from the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, via Blackfriars passage and Bankside. Southwark underground station (Jubilee line) is a 15 minute walk away. You can catch the 63 bus to King’s Cross from here to Blackfriars station, then cross the river to the theatre.

Bus Routes: Blackfriars station is a busy transport hub with many bus routes including the 45, 63 and 100 stopping outside. If you are catching the bus to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Mansion House is also served by many routes including the 15, 17 and 26. From Mansion House is a nine minute walk to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse via Queen Street.

By Train: Blackfriars National Rail station is about 10 minutes’ walk away from the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Choose the South Bank exit and walk through the Blackfriars underpass. Turn onto Bankside and follow the river past the Tate Modern to reach the theatre. London Bridge is also nearby; after exiting the station, walk along Bankside for 15 minutes to reach the theatre.

By Car: f you are driving to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, parking at NCP on Thames Exchange is nearby. Prices start at £11.85 for 2 or more hours. Blue badge holders can park on New Globe Walk and other nearby roads, but spaces are limited.

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse