Much Ado About Nothing | Globe Tickets
About Much Ado About Nothing | Globe
See Shakespeare's words come to life this summer as the beloved comedy Much Ado About Nothing takes the stage at the Globe Theatre in an exciting new production. Book Much Ado About Nothing tickets on TodayTix.
Much Ado About Nothing in London stars Ekow Quartey (Harry Potter, Breeders) and Amalia Vitale (Big Mood, Beyond Paradise) as the verbally sparring, eventual couple Benedick and Beatrice. The talented cast also includes Lydia Fleming (Mary & George) as Hero, Adam Wadsworth (My Phone Genie) as Claudio, Ryan Donaldson (Owners) as Don Pedro, and Robert Mountford (Burnt at the Stake) as Don Jon.
The play tells the story of Count Claudio falling in love with Hero, but that's not the only love story. Hero's cousin Beatrice and Claudio's friend Benedick, both determined to be single, are brought together through conspiring friends, family, and lots of humor. Shakespeare's timeless classic is still relevant today as it was hundreds of years ago, exploring themes of honour, reputation, deception, and love.
Run time
2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
Start date
25th April, 2024
End date
24th August, 2024
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Venue
Age
We do not have age limits on our production. Some of Shakespeare’s Plays explore scenes which some children may find upsetting.
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Venue
Globe Theatre
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: London Bridge
Directions from tube: Exit the station, following signs for the River Thames/South Bank. As you reach the river, head west and the Globe is by the Tate Modern on the south side of the river.
More information about Much Ado About Nothing | Globe
Much Ado About Nothing is a play with a rich history of performances and awards worldwide. In 1965, the National Theatre production recording was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word or Drama Recording. In 1994, Mark Rylance won an Olivier Award for playing the role of Benedick, and in 2006, Tamsin Greig earned an Olivier Award for her role as Beatrice in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of the play.
The play has been performed on stages across the world; beyond that, the show has inspired numerous other creative works, including the 1993 film Much Ado About Nothing. The 2023 film Anyone But You, starring Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, is a more recent film adaptation. The play has also inspired many television and web series and even works of literature, such as Chloe Liese’s Two Wrongs Make a Right, one of many contemporary retellings of the story.
What to watch for
- Listen for the phrase, “Curiosity killed the cat,” which entered the English language because of Much Ado About Nothing.
- Many think that Shakespeare drew inspiration for Much Ado About Nothing from Ludovico Ariosoto’s Italian epic poem, Orlando Furioso.
- Billie Joe Armstrong, the lead singer of the band Green Day, scored the music for a rock opera version of Much Ado About Nothing called These Paper Bullets!
- In Shakespeare's day, “noting” meant gossip or overhearing something, and the pronunciation was similar to “nothing.” The show's title is a play on words in multiple ways, including that “noting” brings Beatrice and Benedick to confess their love.
- The title track of Mumford & Sons' 2009 album, Sigh No More, quotes Much Ado About Nothing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Much Ado About Nothing | Globe about?
Shakespeare’s classic comedy, Much Ado About Nothing, returns to the West End in an exciting new Elizabethan dress production starring Ekow Quartey (Harry Potter, Breeders) and Amalia Vitale (Big Mood, Beyond Paradise) as Benedick and Beatrice.
Who wrote Much Ado About Nothing?
William Shakespeare wrote Much Ado About Nothing and the text consultant is Simon Trinder.
Who directed Much Ado About Nothing?
The associate artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe, Sean Holmes, directs this play.
Is Much Ado About Nothing appropriate for kids?
The show has not yet set an age recommendation, but younger children may not understand some of the violent themes.
Is Much Ado About Nothing good?
Much Ado About Nothing is a fantastic comedy that has been performed for hundreds of years throughout the world. The play explores many themes that transcend time, such as love, deception, and honour. This production boasts exceptional Elizabethan costumes and a talented cast and creative team, including Tony Award-nominated and Drama Desk Award-winning composer Grant Olding.
How do you get tickets for Much Ado About Nothing | Globe?
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Which theatre is Much Ado About Nothing | Globe at?
Much Ado About Nothing | Globe is at London's Globe Theatre.
What is the age recommendation for Much Ado About Nothing | Globe?
We do not have age limits on our production. Some of Shakespeare’s Plays explore scenes which some children may find upsetting.
What is the running time of Much Ado About Nothing | Globe?
Much Ado About Nothing | Globe runs for 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
How much are tickets for Much Ado About Nothing | Globe?
Much Ado About Nothing | Globe tickets start at £8.
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