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The Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Waterside, CV37 6BB, England
08448001110
4.5 of 5 stars 250 Reviews
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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Leicester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The RSC is deservedly one of the best theatre companies in the world. The productions I have seen there are second to none and always provide a new angle on Shakespeare's plays, even when you think you've seen it all. The new theatre is an impressive piece of architecture but what a shame that the auditoria seats are so small... More

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Sheffield
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

A very good experience!!! Stratford is just a lovely place and everything being so central!! The theatre is an absolute perfect opportunity that one should visit whilst there!! More

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Scrignac
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Recent changes have improved the place- circulation in shop area somewhat cramped though. More chairs or stools needed in stalls bar area More

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Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

We were late for a show, so popped into the shop for some souvenirs. Nice and not overly commercial. Shame the roof top bar was shut! More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

If you've never been to the Swan, then you need to find an excuse to go. This is a three-storey high arrangement, with the top two floors having only two rows of seats. Every play I've ever seen here seems to use these tiers for some of the acting space -- actors stand on the balconies and shout across at... More

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Taunton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

great venue, would have preferred a different play but that was on at present More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

The Tempest production was superb. Top-class acting. Great theatre and seats in stalls are very comfortable. Recommend dinner at 5.30 in very close-by Arden Hotel, as there's a real feeling of expectation in the air as everyone lse dining there at that time will be seeing the play too. More

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Stroud, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

A really great performance in an amazing setting. Excellent views even in the Upper Circle. More

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Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

Very interesting and informative. Excellent guides More

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Not cramped and crowded, nice bar, good space, shop open late ... what's not to like? More

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