The Curtain Theatre

Modern Theatre, Elizabethan Style!

What makes it fun

Austin Shakespeare Festival’s replica of the Globe Theater, a theater popularized by Shakespeare and his company “The Baron’s Men”, is located near the shores of Lake Austin. It has been placed there to serve as a center for the performing arts in and around Austin.

Google Reviews

The Curtain Theatre

4.9

Based on 81 reviews

Katherine De Vos

17:52 26 Oct 23

Excellent outdoor theater. The company does a great job of making Shakespeare accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Beautiful scale replica of the Globe Theater. They have some snacks and drinks available for purchase, but you are welcome to bring your own food and drinks. Great date night.

Jason Ferree

19:02 14 Oct 23

I've been going here for over 10 years. love it

Chris Palomares

19:20 13 Oct 23

Anna Mentzer-Hernandez

04:22 08 Oct 23

Every seat felt like it was on the stage! I wanted something relaxing to do during ACL away from the crowds and this couldn’t have been better. BYOB!

Rob Baxter

14:37 24 Jun 23

The performance was a young theater group, so the cadence was off a little bit, but the venue was beautiful. Go with a lot of water during the summer, though. All in all, it was a wonderful father's day gift.

MsCheveous

13:55 07 May 23

I love going to the shows out!! They put on great productions! Highly recommend!!!

Heather “Above the Cloud” Summers

01:00 10 Jul 21

The Austin Shakespeare group offers a unique Globe experience on this private land off 2222 and near the lake.

Gay Isber McMillan

22:21 07 Dec 18

Who knew this even existed? A Shakespeare theater in Austin! Loved it. What a place next to Lady Bird Lake. Make sure to spread the word. Schools should come. Anyone that loves the classics should attend.

Katy Thompson

23:11 08 Oct 18

This is an intimate space to see live theatre in a historic space. Classic 3/4 thrust stage means you can see actors and they can see you.
That said:
1) dress for the elements (sweater and bug spray in the fall, hand fan in the spring, seating is covered so most rain is OK
2) seatbacks are usually rentable for $1, or you can bring your own
3) BYOB or a picnic if you're smart