The 10 Best Theatres In The United Kingdom
The performing arts have an incredibly long-standing tradition in the United Kingdom, and over the centuries, the country has prided itself on the quality of its theatre. From London’s West End to the regional theatres of Scotland, England, and Wales, a plethora of theatrical excursions are on offer, which showcase the best of classic and modern theatre. We pick some of the venues that you have to visit.
1. The Old Vic, London
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Just outside Waterloo Station in London, the foundations of The Old Vic date back to 1818 when it was known as the Royal Coburg Theatre. Over the centuries, the venue’s name has been changed repeatedly, and the building was heavily damaged in the 1940 air raids. Since its new formation in 1976 under Laurence Olivier, the theatre has made up the core of the National Theatre of Great Britain. Since 2003, Kevin Spacey was appointed as the artistic director, and the company continues to awe audiences with its selection of classics and modern masterpieces.
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