geographic globes
shakespeares globe a theatrical experiment
from 1997 shakespeare s globe flourished once more on london s south bank after an absence of 400 years . the playhouse is now a major attraction for theatregoers scholars tourists teachers and students of all ages who come to experience shakespeare s plays and those of his contemporaries performed in their original conditions . the team of artists and education specialists who made this happen come together here to reflect on their 10 year experiment . principal actors designers musicians and globe education staff engage with international scholars in a lively debate about the impact of this extraordinary building . featuring an in depth interview with former artistic director mark rylance and a contribution from patrick spottiswoode founder and director of globe education the book highlights the complex relationship between designer composer actor and audience which gives energy to this thriving shakespearean center .