There is nothing more magnificent than settling down beneath the summer sun or the clear night sky to enjoy a fantastic piece of theatre unfold before your very eyes and, each year, London delivers the very best. From Shakespearean comedies to contemporary masterpieces, the capital provides more than enough to satisfy everybody’s thespian fancies.
With so much to choose from, however, the expert theatregoers at our holiday apartments in london have decided to bring you their pick of the best performances set to hit the city this summer, in case you were feeling a little overwhelmed…
Regents Park Theatre
A staple in any cultured Londoner’s calendar, Regents Park Theatre should be number one on your list this summer. Voted London Theatre of the Year in The Stage Awards 2017 and celebrated for its bold and dynamic productions, the prestigious property will be showcasing some fantastic varied performances this upcoming season, including: On the Town, A Tale of Two Cities, Oliver Twist and Jesus Christ Superstar.
The Globe
Branded as ‘The Summer of Love’ this year’s summer season at one of London’s most iconic theatres is set to be a romantic one. From Romeo and Juliet and Twelfth Night to Boudica and King Lear, The Globe’s calendar, once again, tops them all. Head to the home of Shakespeare to enjoy a world famous theatre experience of days gone by.
Battersea Arts Centre
Host to some of the most eclectic and diverse performances in the capital, Battersea Arts Centre once again invites us to enjoy shows in their open courtyard this summer. They will be showing Extravaganza Macabre throughout the whole of July, plus many more fantastic performances. Make sure you book tickets to avoid missing out.
St Paul’s Church, Covent Garden
Iris Theatre company was created in 2007 to produce and perform at St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden. This summer, the company will be performing Macbeth, one of the world’s most-loved Shakespearean tragedies, as well as Hansel and Gretel. Running until September, this is the perfect opportunity to watch a fantastic performance al fresco at one of London’s most impressive venues.
If you are heading to the capital this summer to enjoy a theatre show or two beneath the city skyline, head to our luxury holiday apartments in London for a central stay with a difference.