The Globe Players Ltd. is a non-profit company with charitable status (Reg. Charity No. 1131332), run by a small board of trustees and supported by our brilliant patrons: Jeremy Irons Hayley Mills Michael Rosen
‘THE PLAY’S THE THING’
Hamlet
Inspiring Young Minds Through Live Theatre
The Globe Players have been bringing professional, high-energy performances to school children across London and the South East for over 50 years. We believe every child should have the chance to experience live theatre – and we make that happen, one school at a time.
Inspiring Young Minds Through Live Theatre
The Globe Players have been bringing professional, high-energy performances to school children across London and the South East for over 50 years. We believe every child should have the chance to experience live theatre – and we make that happen, one school at a time.
Backstage: The Shows
Get to Know Us: Our Mission
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Touring since 1966, performing in primary and secondary schools
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Serving over 35 local authorities, mostly in the state sector
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Reaching 70,000+ students each year – many seeing live theatre for the first time
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Specialising in Shakespeare and set texts for GCSE, plus fairy tales
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Our performers build highly diverse skill sets with our support
Our Story: Igniting Imaginations
Our History
Founded by Faith Noble and Patrick McEvoy in 1966, The Globe Players are still run by the McEvoy family today – Jenny, Tony and, until his passing in 2020, Michael. Together, they’ve built a community of actors, writers and creatives dedicated to opening up theatre for the next generation.
Many of our freelance actors return year after year – some go on to lead their own tours or work with major companies like the RSC and National Theatre.
We’re a Charity
We’re a Charity
Our Trustees
Stephen Kane
Former NHS consultant and
experienced trustee
Philippa Ritchie
Award-winning BBC radio producer
and former actor
Sara Butterfield
Charity trustee with a focus on arts
and education
Kate Allan
Solicitor specialising in higher
education and governance
Principled Productions: Our Values
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ACCESS FOR ALL
We keep costs low to reach as many schools as possible, especially in areas with limited arts access.
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REPRESENTATION
Our casts reflect diverse backgrounds and paths into acting, enriching the experience for schools and students alike.
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FAIR PAY
We pay at least the London Living Wage and treat all our performers with respect and professionalism.
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GROWTH
We support performers to build wider careers – from directing and producing to arts admin and tour leadership.
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CREATIVITY
Every show is designed to spark imagination and bring stories to life for young audiences.
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RELIABILITY
With decades of experience, we’re trusted by schools to deliver professional, hassle-free performances every time.
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ACCESS FOR ALL
We keep costs low to reach as many schools as possible, especially in areas with limited arts access.