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Opened: April 25, 2024
Closing: August 24, 2024

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Welcome to a luxurious paradise in the Globe Theatre this summer as love in its many forms is celebrated in Shakespeare’s timeless comedy, Much Ado About Nothing.



After years of war, an idyllic Italian town is finally back in bloom. But Young lovers Claudio and Hero, and sparring singletons Beatrice and Benedick, soon discover that all is not as it seems in their beautiful surrounds as they become entangled in a series of mischievous games, pranks and plots.



Globe Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Winter’s Tale, ★★★★★ ‘A triumph’ The Telegraph) directs this Elizabethan-dress production.



‘Some Cupid kills with arrows, some with traps’

Act III, Scene 2



__Access performances__



Audio described - Thur 23 May 2pm & Sat 10 Aug 2pm


Captioned - Sat 25 May 2pm & Wed 12 Jun 7.30pm


BSL - Fri 14 Jun 7.30pm & Sun 14 Jul 1pm


Relaxed - Sun 21 Jul 1pm & Thu 15 Aug 7.30pm


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Shakespeare Theatre Company Names Angela Lee Gieras as Executive Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024


Shakespeare Theatre Company has named Angela Lee Gieras as the new executive director. Learn more bout Sierras and the position!

Ella Stiller, Josh Malina, and Mimi Lieber Will Lead Reading of THE LAST YIDDISH SPEAKER By Deborah Zoe Laufer
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024


Recent Julliard graduate Ella Stiller and Broadway and television star Joshua Malina will headline the opening of the Festival of New Jewish Plays, a collaboration between the Jewish Plays Project and Berkshire Theatre Group .

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Sense and Sensibility at their F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University beginning September 4, 2024.

THE LARK AND THE NIGHTINGALE Comes To The 2024 Little Shakespeare Festival Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024


The Lark and the Nightingale will be featured at the 2024 Little Shakespeare Festival next week, showcasing a unique blend of classic and contemporary theatre.

Shakespeare North Playhouse And Graeae, In Association With Theatre By The Lake Present ROMEO AND JULIET
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024


North Playhouse and Graeae have announced casting for a new production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet this autumn. 

WOMEN OF ROCK Next Up At Milwaukee Rep's Stackner Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024


Experience the powerful performances of WOMEN OF ROCK at Milwaukee Rep's Stackner Cabaret. Learn more about the upcoming performances!

IN A NUTSHELL: THE POETRY OF VIOLENCE Comes to Bell Shakespeare
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2024


Bell Shakespeare will present the second installment of In A Nutshell, titled The Poetry of Violence. An ensemble cast will perform scenes and speeches, guided by Bell Shakespeare Artistic Director Peter Evans as he takes audiences on a journey through Shakespeare's various depictions of violence.

World Premiere of New Musical STILETTO Comes to Charing Cross Theatre Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024


Discover the world premiere of the new musical STILETTO, a captivating production set to debut with an original score and compelling storyline. Don't miss this exciting addition to the theater scene.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 31, 2024
by - Jul 31, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 31, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Denver Center Theatre Company Unveils Casts for HAMLET & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2024


The Denver Center Theatre Company has revealed the full casting and creative teams for the two productions leading the 2024/25 Theatre Company season. Learn more!

Jez Butterworth's THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Reveals Full Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024


The complete Broadway cast has been announced for the New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. Learn more about who will star in the production here!

Sigourney Weaver Will Make West End Debut in THE TEMPEST This December
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024


Sigourney Weaver will make her West End debut as Prospero in The Jamie Lloyd Company's new production of The Tempest at Theatre Royal Drury Lane beginning this December. Additionally, Tom Hiddleston will lead Much Ado About Nothing next year.

Cast and Creatives Announced For Rachel O'Riordan's Revival of OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2024


Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for Olivier Award-winning classic Our Country's Good, written by Timberlake Wertenbaker,  and directed by Artistic Director Rachel O'Riordan.

Janet Ulrich Brooks Leads Cast of Drury Lane Theatre's THE AUDIENCE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 26, 2024


Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for its production of The Audience. Written by Peter Morgan, writer of the Emmy Award-winning “The Crown,” Drury Lane’s production is directed by Jessica Fisch and runs August 28 – October 20, 2024.

Cast and Creative Team Set For HENRY V at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024


Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team for William Shakespeare’s Henry V, staged by Artistic Director Edward Hall in the Courtyard Theater, September 6–October 6.

Full Cast And Company Announced For LITTLE DEATHS At Summerhall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2024


Nuthatch and Scissor Kick will present the World Premiere of Little Deaths. The cast has been announced for this playful, deep tale interrogating the bond of youth, growing apart and the power of platonic love and friendship to hurt and heal, directed by Claire O'Reilly (Talking about the Fire, Royal Court Theatre 2023) 

Cast Set For St Helens Christmas Pantomime, SNOW WHITE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024


Maureen Nolan and Coronation Street’s Emrhys Cooper are set to head the cast of St Helens Theatre Royal’s fantastic festive family show this Christmas.

Laurizarry Presents OPEN By Jaixa Irizarry In August
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2024


Catch the performance of OPEN at LimeFest hosted by The Tank on August 5 at 7:00 PM. Don't miss this exciting event showcasing innovative theater.

SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED & More Set for Penn State Centre Stage 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024


Penn State Centre Stage announces its 2024-25 season featuring productions like SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED, LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, MUCH ADO, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL.

How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 21, 2024


Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.

The Regional Premiere of WISH YOU WERE HERE Comes to Gloucester Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2024


Gloucester Stage Company will continue its 45th-year celebration with the regional premiere of 'WISH YOU WERE HERE' by Pulitzer Prize Winner Sanaz Toossi.

New Production of THE COMPANY OF WOLVES Comes to The New Vic This September
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2024


The New Vic will produce a brand-new stage production of Angela Carter’s The Company of Wolves this September.

Casts Set for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD & THE CAT AND THE CANARY At Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024


The casts have been revealed for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD and THE CAT & THE CANARY at Chichester Festival Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Hartford Stage Presents BREAKDANCING SHAKESPEARE: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024


Hartford Stage has announced unique Breakdancing Shakespeare performances, blending classic Shakespearean plays with modern breakdancing.

Nathaniel Curtis, Mariam Haque and Anthony Howell Lead THE REAL ONES At Bush Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024


Casting for THE REAL ONES, Waleed Akhtar's world premiere at Bush Theatre, has been announced. The play explores themes of identity and belonging, featuring a diverse and talented cast.

Much Ado About Nothing History

Other Productions of Much Ado About Nothing

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1972   Off-Broadway
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1984   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1987   Off-Broadway
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1988   Off-Broadway
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2001   Off-Broadway
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2004   Off-Broadway Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park
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2011   West End Shakespeare's Globe Production
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2012   West End
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2013   Off-Broadway Theatre for a New Audience Production
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2014   Off-Broadway Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park
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2016   West End Royal Shakespeare Company West End Revival Production
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2018   West End Rose Theatre Kingston Ten-Year Anniversary Production
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2019   Off-Broadway Shakespeare In the Park
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