Opened in February 1837, the Grade I listed Theatre Royal remains one of the most historic, cultural landmarks in the country and continues to dominate the heart of Newcastle’s Grainger Town.
The Theatre Royal is one of the most famous theatres in the country and in its 170 year history has played host to the biggest names in dance, drama, music and comedy. The Theatre Royal presents over 380 performances to over 300,000 people each year and is the regional home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre, Opera North and Rambert Dance Company. Its status and reputation as one of the finest theatres in the UK ensures it is a key date in the touring calendar of some of the world’s leading theatre companies.
Gregory Doran announced as new RSC Artistic Director
Director of Julius Caesar for the World Shakespeare Festival, Gregory Doran, is to succeed Michael Boyd as Artistic Director at the RSC.
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North East Tickets On Sale
Tickets are now on sale for all three North East World Shakespeare Festival venues - Northern Stage, The Sage Gateshead and Theatre Royal Newcastle, and you receive a discount if you book to see a show in each of the three venues.
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North East flies the WSF flag
The Sage, Gateshead and Newcastle’s Theatre Royal and Northern Stage are all part of the World Shakespeare Festival with performances taking place in June and July 2012.
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Theatre Royal
100 Grey Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 6BR
Box office:
Tel: 08448 11 21 21
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Main website:
www.theatreroyal.co.uk
