Open-air theatres · London
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
In or near City of London.
theatre on Bankside, London, England, forming part of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Richard Law — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Mansion House · 0.5 km
About
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is a open-air theatre located in england london. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. theatre on Bankside, London, England, forming part of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
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Official information
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is an intimate, candlelit theatre that hosts a variety of performances, including classic plays and new works. Visitors can enjoy a unique theatrical experience in a historically inspired setting.
Place summary
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is an open-air theatre located in London. Designed by the architectural firm Pentagram, it is known for its distinctive design and intimate performance space. The venue hosts a variety of productions, contributing to London's vibrant cultural scene.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5079, -0.0965
- District
- Southwark
- Parish
- Southwark, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE1 9DT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bermondsey and Old Southwark
- Nearest railway station
- Mansion House — 0.5 km
- Official site
- www.shakespearesglobe.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q17984893 (CC0)
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The Hope Playhouse, and the remains of three further bear gardens, Bankside
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Shakespeare's Globe
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Sam Wanamaker
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
The Ferrymans Seat
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Hope Theatre
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Bankside Pier
Piers · 0.1 km
Beargarden
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Bankside Pier
Marinas · 0.1 km
The Rose
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
- Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE1 9DT), in the parish of Southwark, unparished area.
- What is Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
- theatre on Bankside, London, England, forming part of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
- How do I get to Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Mansion House, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE1 9DT.
- How do I get to Sam Wanamaker Playhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Mansion House, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE1 9DT.