About King John

King John at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is Shakespeare’s rarely performed play about a ruler trying to step out of the shadow of his older brother, Richard the Lionheart. After Richard’s death, John claims the right to rule England and faces growing chaos, power struggles and conflict as he fights to keep control.

Presented in the intimate, candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, the production is directed by Olivier-nominated Jaz Woodcock-Stewart, making her Globe directorial debut with Shakespeare’s play.

Key facts: Shakespeare’s rarely performed masterpiece is staged at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse and directed by Olivier-nominated Jaz Woodcock-Stewart in her Globe directorial debut.

Before you book

Age guidance: Suitable for all ages, but the play features violence, death, including child death, and depictions of war.

Booking terms: No exchanges or refunds after purchase.

Venue

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

For access information, please contact the box office.

Description supplied by the event organiser.