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Participants enjoying Shakespeare's globe workshop

Drama and more at Shakespeare’s Globe –  Jan to Mar 2026

Posted: 3rd June 2026

Over the course of this eight week programme at Shakespeare’s Globe, participants were introduced to the world of drama and Shakespeare, guided by actor and comedian Gabi McPherson.

Actor Gabi working with participants on scripts during the Globe programme

Through a playful and supportive approach, participants explored a range of well-known plays, developing confidence with language, character and performance.

Sessions combined drama games, movement, soundscaping and clowning, encouraging participants to interpret Shakespeare’s stories in their own way. Working in small groups, participants brought scenes to life through improvisation and performance, sharing their work with one another.

Participants in playful movement during the Globe programme

“I’d like to say … there’s a basic friendliness, which is enabling of everything … and that seems to me to be fundamental to this group. And within this group people are starting to blossom, and that’s brilliant.”
Participant with dementia

The programme culminated in a memorable final session, where participants had the opportunity to step onto the Globe stage and perform, celebrating their creativity and achievements together.

Written by Clair Barber

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