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What's On Stage UK
A very useful online guide to the performing arts that lets you specify the type of performance you're interested in (classical, opera, dance, comedy, etc.), and then discover performance dates in cities throughout
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Shakespeare's Globe
The University of Reading presents this guide packed with information on Shakespeare's Globe Theater. You can see and read about the Globe, from its original incarnation to today's. Plus, links to the Globe web sites, information on visiting and performances at the Globe, and more.
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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
A site devoted to the history of William Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. Drawings of the original Globe and pictures of the newly constructed theatre add to the appeal.
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Royal Shakespeare Company
The Royal Shakespeare Company needs no introduction, but what the heck? This renowned dramatic troupe performs in Stratford and London, as well as touring Wills wares. Check performance schedules and seating charts at their graphic-heavy site.
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Chester Gateway Theatre
The Gateway Theatre of Chester has a reputation of being young and fresh. (When you see the photo of their Artistic Director youll want to ask her for ID.) Peruse the performance calendar, workshops, and youth troupe.
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Chichester Festival Theater
In West Sussex theres nary a better night of drama than at the Chichester. If youre going to be in the neighborhood, find out whats on and when at their Web site. You can call, write, fax, or e-mail for tickets.
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Derby Playhouse
Derby Playhouse stakes out its site on the Web with performance schedules (ranging from Oedipus to The Glass Menagerie) and event calendars. Wed like to hear a limey with a southern drawl ourselves!
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East Midland Regional Theatres
Just because youre in East Midland doesnt mean you cant get a shot of professional histrionics. Check out this linkable list of major theatres in the area and book your seat at the Buxton, if you please.
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TheatreNet
So many regional theaters, so little time. TheatreNet saves you some clicks by listing them all here. From the Citizens Theatre in Glasgow to the Gulbenkian in Canterbury, if its proscenium in nature, youll find it here.
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West Yorkshire Playhouse
The well-regarded West Yorkshire Playhouse site presents a schedule of performances, theater history, and calendar of events. Wonder if they serve pudding at intermission?
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