Mother Courage 26

About Mother Courage 26

Mother Courage 26 at Shakespeare’s Globe is the venue’s first production of Brecht, staging his anti-war play Mother Courage and Her Children. War is raging, resources are scarce, and Mother Courage drags her cart through a wasteland shaped by greed and conflict.

The play follows a profiteer, survivor and mother who has learned to make a living from war while trying to keep herself and her children alive. As the conflict continues, each victory comes at a cost, and eventually everything is at stake.

This modern staging includes live music, biting humour and raw determination. It is translated by Anna Jordan and directed by Globe Associate Artist Elle While.

Key facts: Live music; translated by Anna Jordan; directed by Globe Associate Artist Elle While.

Before you book

All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult and cannot be sat separately. No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

Venue

Shakespeare’s Globe.

For access information, please contact the Box Office for more info.

Current cast

Michelle Terry leads in the production.