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The Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BB, England
08448001110
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Type: Theatres
Owner description: The RSC's recently transformed theatres in Stratford-upon-Avon re-opened in November 2010. The new building include two theatres, the Royal... more » Owner description: The RSC's recently transformed theatres in Stratford-upon-Avon re-opened in November 2010. The new building include two theatres, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the Swan Theatre, both using a thrust stage. Tickets for RSC performances are available to purchase in advance on the RSC website. Visitors can also experience Theatre Tours, take a trip up the Tower for fantastic views of Stratford-upon-Avon and enjoy free exhibitions. You can also book a table for lunch or dinner in the Rooftop Restaurant and Bar or enjoy a light bite in the Riverside Cafe. There is free public Wi Fi throughout the building. « less
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Warwick, United Kingdom
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38 reviews 38 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This is an absolutely brilliant that evening out. I am so lucky to live near by and have been several times without ever being disappointed. I have always been blown away by the performances and thoroughly enjoyed myself. It's a unique experience that everyone should try. Highly recommended!

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Cambridge
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

I find Shakespeare baffling and frequently tedious. Not so this production! Utterly enthralling.Unmissable.

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

An original take on Hamlet in contemporary costume, with outstanding acting from the entire cast. Well worth seeing!

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Delamere, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I wasn't intending to watch this performance, but as some of my friends were thought i'd treat myself. It is advisable to book well in advance, however I was very surprised as to the speed and efficiency as to booking "on spec" - And got a good seat for £16. The shop had a range of memorabilia which varied in... More

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Lichfield
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Hamlet and Polonius were superb and as a whole the performance was very good. Didn't like the set - something of a mish-mash. Paid for good seats and only to have our view obstructed by a chair for long periods. The play-within-a-play was totally obscured.

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I loved it all, Stratford is tiny but perfectly formed and the RSC is truly an experience not to be missed. Truly thrilling experience!

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We popped into the RSC shop one afternoon this week and enjoyed the two costume exhibitions, particularly the one in the Swan theatre about making costumes. Indeed there were some costumes to try on which was very comical! We also went up the tower which gives lovely views of the town. It was sunny when we went up so we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The actors interpreted the play in such a way that it was easy to follow the story even with the older English.

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Cleethorpes, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Despite some of the critics really going overboard with their criticism of Jonathan Slinger's Hamlet, I have to say this is a production not to be missed. A really amazing performance which had me laughing, crying and sitting on the edge of my seat for the whole performance. I love this theatre!

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Chester UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

If you are visiting Stratford upon Avon it's a must. We watched Hamlet, and it was a great story with brilliant acting. It was a long play 3 hours, but what an experience.

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