London theatre district is situated within the West End of the city. It is the largest theatre district in the world and has been host to some of the largest names in both production and acting.

London has many theatres, such as Barbican Hall, Drury Lane, Haymarket and The Palace to name but a few.
The first real theatre was opened in London in 1576, and became known as the Globe theatre, the first of three which was built by Richard Burgage, who was at the time considered to be London's greatest actor, he was the first man to play Hamlet, King Lear and the challenging role of Othello.
It wasn't until the 19th century before today's the West End really began to take shape, with theatre going becoming highly fashionable among both middle and upper classes. Throughout the 19th century theatre begin to thrive and in the early part of the 20th century, but worries did rise with the introduction of cinema and availability of TV, but it has been able to hold its own through the years and in 2008 will see the opening of Cameron Mackintosh's Sondheim Theatre in Shaftesbury Square.
With amazing theatres such as The Royal Opera House, this was re-opened in the 1858 but after reconstruction work in the 1990's it stands as London's home to the Opera, ballet and Orchestra.

The National Theatre opened its door is 1963 showing Hamlet, since then they have produced over 600 plays. Today it is London's 1st theatre and represents all the culture and ability the city has to offer.
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London's West End is large area which hosts a number of different theatres.
Traveling to any of these theatres does not have to be difficult, you can travel by Underground from any area of the city, as well as by bus, there are excellent bus links to all the theatres. Both the underground and bus links run until midnight every day.
You can also get to the West End easily by taxi.
Traveling into the City of London is excellent also, there are brilliant rail, air and road networks to make traveling easier.

Each theatre will vary in opening times, and show times, but if you want to see Evita, this is showing at the Adelphi and shows start Monday - Saturday at 7.30 with Matinees at 2.30 on Thursdays and Saturdays.
The cost into this production ranges from £22.50 to £55, depending upon child rates and concession.

London's Palladium theatre is just off Oxford street and is one of the most famous in London, it is easy to access and currently home to Andrew Lloyd Webebrs production The Sound Of Music this is showing Monday, Wednesday and Saturday evenings at 7.30PM, 7.00PM on Tuesday as well as Matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at 2.30PM.
Tickets range in price depending upon your situation, child concession etc.

Queens Theatre which is situated on Shaftsbury Avenue is currently showing Les Miserables, which is on Monday - Saturday at 2.30PM as well as Matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at 3.00PM.

There is plenty of choice of accommodation around the theatre region of London, you can choose your hotel, or guesthouse to suit the theatre you will be visiting or in a area you want.
London is a huge city with lots to offer, why not book a theatre break and make the most of your time in London.

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