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  • Venue Shakespeare's Globe, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 13 September 2026
  • Age guidelines All Ages. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Love’s Labour’s Lost London Tickets – A Flamenco Inspired Revival

This summer, see Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost as you’ve never experienced it before — in a blazing new production infused with the passion, rhythm and emotional intensity of flamenco.

In the court of Navarre, vows of discipline and devotion are quickly undone when four women arrive on a diplomatic mission. Wit sharpens, desire flares and carefully constructed promises collapse as love, attraction and language take control.

In her Globe Theatre directing debut, Indiana Lown-Collins brings warmth, vitality and the influence of her rural Spanish roots to this refreshingly human comedy. Drawing on the spirit and artistry of flamenco, she ignites Shakespeare’s text with music, movement and fierce emotional honesty.

Set in a world of rhythm and romantic tension, joy and revelry sit alongside longing, grief and melancholy. What unfolds is a comedy that resists easy resolution — bold, raw and deeply alive to the contradictions of love.

Rarely staged, Love’s Labour’s Lost celebrates our desire for connection and dares to leave love unresolved.

Why book Love’s Labour’s Lost?

  • A rare opportunity to see one of Shakespeare’s least-performed comedies
  • A bold, flamenco-inspired production unlike anything else on the Globe stage
  • Rich language, sharp wit and emotionally resonant storytelling
  • Ideal for audiences seeking something fresh and distinctive from Shakespeare

Love’s Labour’s Lost Tickets

Book your Love’s Labour’s Lost tickets and experience Shakespeare’s most elusive comedy reimagined at Shakespeare’s Globe. Performances are limited and demand is high – early booking is recommended.

WestEndTheatre Top Tip: Choose standing tickets for the most immersive experience. You’ll be closer to the action, free to move, and enjoy Shakespeare as it was originally performed. Plus they are the cheapest theatre tickets!

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“An abundance of creativity, energy, and heart.”
WhatsOnStage
“A fun, warm, flamenco-soaked account of Love's Labour's Lost.”
The Telegraph
“it’s rare that I’ve seen a Globe audience having so much fun.”
Time Out

Stars and Creatives

Who are the creative team of Love’s Labour’s Lost?

Playwright: William Shakespeare
Director: Indiana Lown-Collins
Designer: Katie Lias
Movement Director: Carmen Igarza
Casting Director: Becky Paris CDG

Important Notes

Access Performances
  • Captioned: Friday 28 August at 7:30pm & Saturday 5 September at 7:30pm
  • BSL: Sunday 30 August at 1pm & Thursday 3 September at 7:30pm
  • Relaxed: Saturday 29 August at 2pm & Tuesday 8 September at 7:30pm
  • Audio Described: Sunday 6 September at 1pm

Venue Information

Shakespeare's Globe , 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT

Nearest Tube or Train: London Bridge (Jubilee line, Northern line)

Nearest Buses: 45, 63, 100, 15, 17, 11, 15, 17, 23, 26, 76, 381 , RV1, 344

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Critics' reviews of Love’s Labour’s Lost

An abundance of creativity, energy, and heart.

A fun, warm, flamenco-soaked account of Love's Labour's Lost.

it’s rare that I’ve seen a Globe audience having so much fun.

Also see: Love’s Labour’s Lost Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

Love’s Labour’s Lost is playing at the Shakespeare's Globe in London
The age recommendations for Love’s Labour’s Lost are: All Ages. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Yes, Love’s Labour’s Lost has matinee performances on the following days:

Love’s Labour’s Lost is a romantic comedy about desire, language and self-control. Four men vow to avoid love, only to have their promises tested when four women arrive. Wit, wordplay and attraction quickly undo their plans, leaving love unresolved.

Love’s Labour’s Lost is generally suitable for children aged 12 and over. The play relies heavily on language, wordplay and themes of desire and emotional complexity, which may be better enjoyed by older children and teenagers.

No. While Love’s Labour’s Lost is language-rich, this production’s physical storytelling, music and movement make it accessible and engaging, even if you are new to Shakespeare or unfamiliar with the play.

Yes. This production is a strong choice for first-time theatre-goers looking for something visually striking and emotionally engaging, with music, movement and a clear focus on character and connection.

Seeing Love’s Labour’s Lost at Shakespeare’s Globe offers a uniquely immersive experience. The open-air theatre and close relationship between actors and audience bring Shakespeare’s language, rhythm and emotion vividly to life.

Standing tickets place you closest to the stage at Shakespeare’s Globe and allow you to move during the performance. They offer the most immersive experience and are usually the most affordable ticket option.

No, sorry, Love’s Labour’s Lost has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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