Play · Off-West End
King John
A rare staging of Shakespeare's history play, performed by candlelight in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. After the death of Richard the Lionheart, King John must establish himself as ruler of England, but his desperate attempts to keep hold of power bring chaos and conflict across nations.
Jaz Woodcock-Stewart directs, making her debut at the Globe. The Globe's page lists violence, death, including the death of a child, and depictions of war, and all under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. Captioned, relaxed and audio-described performances are scheduled.
Buying advice
How to book
King John is at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, with seats from £28 to £88. Peak and off-peak prices are close.
Ways to pay less
The best value is a preview performance, with tickets from £28. The first performance on Saturday 20 February has seats from £28 to £78. Otherwise, choose the date that suits you, as peak and off-peak prices are close. If you don't mind standing, £5 standing tickets are available for all performances.
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Standing tickets are £5 or £10 depending on the performance, in the Yard at the Globe and the Upper Galleries at the Playhouse. They carry no transaction fee or restoration levy. Prices are listed on each show's page.
Access Scheme members get up to two tickets at half price for most performances at the Globe and the Playhouse. Choose the Standard ticket type and log in with the email you joined with: the price changes in your basket. Membership lasts three years.
Pricing
+0% peak surcharge (mid-range seats)Peak
Weekends & holidays| Area | Top | Bottom |
|---|---|---|
| Standing | £10 | £5 |
| All seats | £88 | £28 |
Off-peak
Mid-week| Area | Top | Bottom |
|---|---|---|
| Standing | £10 | £5 |
| All seats | £88 | £28 |
Prices are taken from the show's official website and are a guide only — they change without notice.
Where to sit
The Pit is as close to the action as you can get, but it's a famously demanding sit. The Lower Gallery has intimate views, but watch for the many pillars and backless benches. The Upper Gallery is the best value for a view of the whole theatre, though comfort and detail suffer.
The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse's own seating guide, level by level, is below.
Thinking of going with a group?
No group rate is listed for this show yet. Register your interest, and if enough people are in, we’ll ask the theatre for one.
Staying nearby
The nearest hotels to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, for anyone travelling in for a show rather than heading home after it.
- Native Banksideabout 5 min walk
- Locke at Broken Wharfabout 5 min walk
- citizenM London Banksideabout 5 min walk
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