The best of theatre in London this spring
London is an arts and cultural epicentre with some of the finest entertainment venues that host a plethora of events all through the year. The London arts calendar is one of the most exciting with numerous shows and events lined up all year long. The West End maybe aptly described as the theatrical capital of Europe if not the world. It vies with Broadway for the biggest and best of theatrical extravaganzas including musicals.
Theatre lovers planning a visit to London this spring have a wonderful selection of theatre shows to attend. Selecting comfortable accommodation in central London like a park lane hotel will definitely make the trip a more enjoyable experience.
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Some of the best theatre shows to watch out for in London this spring are:
The Book of Mormon: The play has bagged a number of illustrious awards including Olivier Awards for the best new musical. It has been touted by publications like the New York Post and Rolling Stone Magazine as being one of the top musicals of contemporary times. The musical is a production of the collective creative geniuses of Robert Lopez, Matt Stone and Trey Parker. A comedy fiesta with a wonderful ensemble cast makes it one of the most eagerly anticipated shows of the year!
The Ferryman: After a critically acclaimed and sold out debut at the Royal Court, The Ferryman now shifts to the West End. One of the newest creations of playwright Jez Butterworth, Rob Howell has designed the show and directed by Academy Award winner Sam Mendes. It has garnered a host of 5-star reviews from critics and fans alike and is part of the trio of Jez Butterworth’s award-winning plays, which include Jerusalem and The River.
Bat out of hell – The Musical: Rock and Roll fans can live out their fantasies through the musical, which is inspired by one of the most iconic of music albums in history, Bat out of Hell. Created by Jim Steinman, the theatrical fantasy is a saga of rebellious youth, rock and roll and teen love. One can definitely not get a more potent cocktail of emotions than these! The musical is directed by Jay Scheib and includes 17 of the most popular hits of Meat Loaf. Get your tickets for the show today!
Les Miserables: The combined geniuses of Alain Boublil and Cameron Mackintosh gave us Les Miserables, one of the most celebrated theatre productions. It has celebrated three long decades in London and still pulls in the crowds, apart from winning a slew of international awards. It is the longest-running musical in the world, which continues to captivate audiences with its saga of passion and pain in the midst of the tumultuous French Revolution.