Theatres, Inns and Liberties

The theatre of Shakespeare’s day is usually associated with the Bankside playhouses such as the Globe and the Rose. Join Renaissance theatre specialist Dr Tracey Hill as we explore the lesser-known locations of the Blackfriars (where some of Shakespeare’s plays were performed), Whitefriars, and Salisbury Court playhouses, as well as the City inns that staged plays. The tour includes other places of interest such as the parish church of the editors of Shakespeare’s First Folio, John Heminges and Henry Condell. 

Additional Info:

Meet at Guildhall Library at 5.15pm for orientation and briefing; the walking tour will take until 7.15pm, at which point we will return to the Guildhall for refreshments and to examine some 17th-century books and documents relating to the theatres.

Refunds will only be given if places are cancelled more than 48hours prior to an event (minus the booking fee) or if an event is cancelled by GHL.