The theatre is beautiful and really interesting. The tour guide was pleasant and very knowledgeable. However the tour was very expensive for what we were able to do. There were very few places we were actually allowed to go. We were not allowed to take photos, go on the stage, go back stage or into the small theatre for example. We were really disappointed and wouldn't recommend at that price

Had a tour of the theatre which was pretty amazing and interesting. There were rehearsals in progress. Open air as well.

Loved exploring the area and beyond. The jack rabbit statues were everywhere, and enjoyed taking pictures of all the different ones. There is also a replica of Stonehenge on the grounds of UTPB (University of Permian Basin) in Odessa. Check it out if you go there. Enjoyed walking in the downtown area (but as most of Texas it was hot; so pick a cooler day) all in all I would definitely return another day.

We've always been wary of buying tickets for a production at the Globe, even though we would love to. Much as it has a great reputation for atmosphere during productions. I'm 6ft 2 ins, and know that even the most expensive seats would be massively uncomfortable/cramped – but a tour seemed a sensible way forward.We were lucky to have a small group, as I feel that the 25/30 on the other tours would be too large (having said that I understand demand for tours and the need for revenue).Really, really interesting building, made much better by a great tour guide (1115 – Tuesday 21st June).A must do if your even slightly interested in the theatre/history of London.

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.