The production will form part of the theatre’s Winter 2026 season.
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced that it will be staging its musical adaptation of Pinocchio as part of its Winter 2026/2027 season, with performances taking place from the 28th November 2026 until the 3rd January 2027.
Based on Carlo Collodi’s original stories, Pinocchio is directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (Romeo and Juliet 2025), with book and lyrics by Charlie Josephine (Cowbois, RSC / Royal Court), and music and lyrics by Jim Fortune (Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear).
Director Sean Holmes, Associate Artistic Director of Shakespeare’s Globe, says: “I’m thrilled that our production of Pinocchio will live again next year. It’s been a labour of love for so many of us and we are thrilled at how warmly audiences have embraced this new family musical – a musical infused with a joyful communal spirit unique to the Globe.”
Dreaming of a life beyond his traditional town, restless maverick Geppetto makes a magical wooden puppet called Pinocchio. Together they set out to find family and discover the wonder of being human.
The original creative team behind the production included Associate Director Roberta Zuric, choreography by Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu, design by Grace Smart, and musical director Benjamin Holder. The orchestrator was Zac Gvi, with sound design by Tony Gayle and voice coaching from Liz Flint.
Casting for the new run has yet to be announced.
To find out more visit: https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/whats-on/pinocchio/