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Royal National Theatre

South Bank, Waterloo, London SE1 9PX, England
020 7452 3000
Ranked #9 of 818 attractions in London
5.0 of 5 stars 79 Reviews
Type: Theatres
Description: This is a theater that everyone can enjoy, from the classics and spectacular musicals to new plays and special events for the entire family.
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Nacogdoches, Texas, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I come to London once a year, and I cherry-pick based on the newspaper reviews and Time Out London's "Critics' Picks" but I have almost never been disappointed by a production here--much of the best theatre I have ever seen anywhere has been at the National. I also love that going to the theatre here is such a rich experience,... More

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Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

What a fantastic play which sared Catherine Kelly (Becky - Corrie) she is such a tallented actress. The Theatre itself is so advanced technicaly it was a good experience to see. Good comfortable seats also. Worth a visit More

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Princeton, New Jersey
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

If your interest is in musicals, the National Theatre is not for you but for serious theatre it is a British treasure. We go to London (from the US) for about 5 days almost every year to visit museums in the day and theatre in the evening. (We usually extend the trip to a couple of weeks by either driving... More

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Corpus Christi, Texas
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

If you like theater then this is for you; great casts and staging. Always at least 2 plays on at a time. Unsold or return tickets available in afternoon of performance. Next to National Film Theater, so that is worth checking out also. Sometimes, there are book sales in front by river. Great place to come in evening; for coffee,... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

This time both plays I saw were in the Lyttleton Theatre. Misterman is a tour de force but the lone actor, a most unusual play. Traveling Light has Anthony Sher, one of my most favorite British actors. With the 3 theatres and plays in repertoire, there is always something I enjoy at the NT. Had I not seen The Collaborators... More

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Canterbury, United Kingdom
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78 reviews 78 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

I love nothing more than to hang out here for half the day before and after seeing a performance. It's a lovely peaceful atmosphere; light and airy and full of people you'd like to know. The monthly program has something for everyone really. I go often to things my wife suggests, which I think I might hate. I nearly always... More

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Sydney
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

This museum is now getting rather tired. The displayed items are crowded and the descriptions reasonably sparse. Many people who visit the museum now do not have war experience to know what they are seeing so more contextual information would be appreciated. More

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London, United Kingdom
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

i have seen some really good theatre here - more so than any other London theatre - and i love the building More

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Sussex
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

The National rarely puts on a bad play. Many of the best actors turn up at the National and whilst it may be an obscure or new play it is worth just turning up and enjoying it. Worth going on the night - there are often last minute returns. More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

My favourite place to see theatre. Fantastic variety, lovely intimate theatres and grand big theatres to accommodate every style of theatre. Occasionally a big name that is a must see - Julie Walters at the moment I believe. Can't wait to book more tickets. If you are under 26, I highly reccommend the Entry Pass Card that entitles you to... More

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