Theatre entertainment in The Midlands
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Royal Shakespeare Company
Coming to Stratford without seeing a production of Shakespeare would be like going to Rome and not visiting the Vatican. The three theatre spaces run by the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company have witnessed performances by such legends as Lawrence Olivier, Richard Burton, Judi Dench, Helen Mirren, Ian McKellan, Patrick Stewart (of Star Trek fame) and former Dr Who, David Tennant.
There are three grand stages in Stratford – Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre on Waterside and the Courtyard Theatre on Southern La. The first two properties were extensively redeveloped between 2007 and 2010 – contact the RSC for the latest news on performance times at the three …
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Hippodrome
The place to come to see stars off the telly, plus highbrow entertainment from the Birmingham Royal Ballet.
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Birmingham Repertory Theatre
With two performances spaces – the Main House and the more experimental Door – 'the Rep' presents edgy drama and musicals, with an emphasis on contemporary work.
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The Y, a theatre and bar attached to the YMCA, hosts concerts, cabaret, poetry and plays.
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Alexandra Theatre
This Brummie institution has been around even longer than the veteran comedians and touring stage shows that grace its stage.
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Nottingham Playhouse
Beside the shining bowl of Anish Kapoor's enormous Sky Mirror, the Playhouse hosts serious theatre, from stage classics to the avant-garde. The attached restaurant and bar attracts plenty of arty types.
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Curve Theatre
A sleek artistic space with big-name shows and some innovative modern theatre. The bar is a sophisticated place for lunch or a sun-downer.
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