Whether musicals are your thing, you enjoy the immersive nature of an intimate play, or you’re a ballet buff all the way, there’s something extraordinary about watching a story unfold on stage. Live performances, no matter the type, are thrilling to watch in the flesh and can give you an enormous sense of wonder. The experience of watching a theatrical production can be enriching as they have the power to transport you to another world for a couple of hours. If you are the type of person who loves a live show, do not miss these top 5 destinations across the world.
London
London’s West End is the perfect place to be if you want a huge spectrum of live performances. From performances at the Royal Ballet Opera House to the huge array of theatres surrounding the Covent Garden area with long-running resident shows, such as The Woman In Black and Les Misérables, there is a plethora of choices in England’s capital. Not to mention, the historic buildings that house the shows are worth a visit. For example, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane is a Grade I listed building, and it was built way back in 1663. It is the third biggest theatre in this area, and today you can still watch world-class performances at this historical site.
New York
Most theatre aficionados across the globe have big dreams about visiting the Big Apple and catching a performance or two on Broadway. As with London, there is a huge array of live performances packed into one street. However, there are also many independent productions in other areas too. Furthermore, there are plenty of things to do in New York besides watching a show.
Sydney
Sunny Sydney deserves a mention on the list for the infamous Sydney Opera House alone. This world-famous venue houses two stages and plays host to some of the most prestigious performances in the world. However, there are plenty of other first-rate shows that can be enjoyed in smaller theatres. These include the Capitol Theatre, the Roslyn Packer Theatre, and the longest-running live theatre, the Enmore Theatre.
Athens
There is something spectacular about watching a grand performance out in the open, and a live show at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus cannot be missed if you’re visiting Athens. This ancient Roman theatre was built in AD 161 on the South-West slope of the Acropolis, and it was used primarily for musical performances. Today you can witness majestic performances in the open air at this unique theatre space. In addition to this ancient venue, Athens is home to the Pallas Theatre, the National Theatre of Greece, and the Dora Stratou Garden Theatre, a living museum of Greek dance where you can enjoy traditional performances.
Tokyo
Over in Asia, you can find a diverse performing arts scene in Japan’s capital, Tokyo. This vibrant city is the largest metropolis on the earth and is popularly known for its quirky culture, advanced technology, and anime. However, it is also home to traditional Kabuki theatre performances, which originally began in Japan in the early 1600s. Nowadays, you can enjoy a performance at many venues across the city, including the Kabukiza Theatre, where non-Japanese speakers can benefit from the English translation devices provided.
