The Globe Theatre, Texas, United States

4.5 (36 reviews) Spent Ranking #4 in Odessa Theaters

The Globe

Odessa is recognized as the center of oil exploration and production in Texas, but the city has a number of attractions that have nothing to do with oil and gas. Of particular interest are the replicas of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and Anne Hathaway's Cottage on the campus of Odessa College.Built in the 1960's, The Globe Theatre is a non-profit organization presenting classical and modern plays using an Elizabethan stage. Bringing a bit of British flair to the West Texas landscape, this replica of the original Globe Theatre, the home of William Shakespeare's acting company in England, is enhanced by its surrounding Writer's Garden and a replica of Shakespear's wife, Anne Hathaway's Cottage. The 410-seat octagonal theatre was the brain child of a local teacher and Shakespearean scholar, Mrs. Marjorie Morris, who wanted a proper showcase in which to showcase the Bard's plays. The Globe hosts community theatre performances, a monthly music show, as well as other great community acivities.

Address

2308 Shakespeare Rd, Odessa, TX 79761-1146

Mobile

+1 432-580-3177

Website

http://www.globesw.org/

Email

[email protected]

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4.5 based on (36 reviews)

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  • 5LG Ward 5:00 PM Mar 8, 2019
    SHAKESPEARIAN THEATRE EXPERIECE in Odessa Texas??
    A Shakespearian Theatre is highly unique to our West Texas culture. In 1968, I was privileged to have been taught English by Margorie Morris, an avid Shakespearian enthusiast, who inspired me to choose English as my course of study in college. Mrs. Morris finished her Master Thesis in England and returned to Odessa with a fiery passion to build an authentic replica of London’s 1598 William Shakespeare Globe Theatre at the Thames River for the Odessa College campus. Adjacent to the Globe Theatre is a replica of the home of Anne Hathaway, Shakespeare’s wife, which houses a library archive and dining room for quaint meetings with a large portrait of Margorie Morris overlooking the activities. Today, The Globe of the Great Southwest built on March 7, 1958, continues to shine as a theatrical beacon of history, antiquity, classical and contemporary artistry. The annual Shakespeare Festival hosts classical drama, operas, ballets, and chamber music events. Kiss Me Kate was the first production in 1964. Contact the website for current events. Do not miss the fabulous acoustics in the newly renovated octagonal shaped blue seated theatre. The Globe Theatre is registered at the Texas State Historical Association.
  • 4KatzAndDawgz 5:00 PM Dec 17, 2008
    A Gem In the Permian Basin
    The Globe is a dusty little theater tucked on the dark southern edge of Odessa College. It is supposed to be a replica of the original Globe of England, I believe. It has a rose garden, and a cottage house a few steps from the theater. It is not high tech, bells and whistles, but we really enjoyed our visit. For $10 each we saw a play called DOUBT, We didn't expect much from a group of non professional local actors, but we were amazed! From the moment the lights dimmed I was spellbound. The music, the mininimal sets, costumes and Broadway caliber actors made for a magical evening. If you are lucky as we were, there was a gathering at the cottage after the show. We were FED and given a tour. The people are so friendly, and gracious. We had a really nice time.

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