Planning a Coach Trip to London Theatre? Here is a list of the top theatres of the city:
Barbican
The beautiful Barbican Centre consists of the following things:
- A concert hall
- A conservatory
- Library
- Restaurants
- Shops
- Three cinemas
- Two art galleries
- Two theatres
The gate of the theatre was designed for the Royal Shakespeare Company and presents several shows.
London Coliseum
The beautiful theatre is located in Central London and is the largest theatre of the city. It receives thousands of visitors every year.
National Theatre
The Theatre is located on the South bank and has the following auditoriums:
- Dorfman Theatres
- Lyttleton Theatre
- The Olivier Theatre
The theatre has classical dramas in addition to Shakespeare’s plays.
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
The Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre presents a number of plays be it drama, comedy, musicals, or Shakespearean plays. The theatre is aesthetically pleasing, so make sure that you pay a visit there.
Royal Opera House
The Royal Opera House is located in the Covent Garden, and is also home to the Royal Opera House and the Royal Ballet. If you love historic theatre, this is the place to be.
Sadler’s Wells
The Sadler’s Wells is located in Islington and mostly accommodates dance shows, ballet, circus, tap to tango, and family shows.
Shakespeare’s Globe
If you truly want to experience Shakespeare’s work, you need to head to the Shakespeare’s Globe and enjoy theatre. The place is also home to the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, which is an indoor playhouse.
The Old Vic
The theatre is located in Waterloo and is known for producing some of the finest actors like:
- John Gielgud
- Judi Dench
- Laurence Olivier
- Maggie Smith
- Peggy Ashcroft
- Peter O’Toole