The reconstructed Globe Theatre is a faithful recreation of the original theatre, using similar materials and construction techniques. It is an open-air theatre, with a thatched roof and a stage that projects into the audience. The theatre has a seating capacity of approximately 1,500 people.
The reconstructed Globe Theatre is used for performances of Shakespeare's plays and other plays from the Elizabethan era. It is also used for educational purposes and for workshops on Shakespeare and Elizabethan theatre.