Fodor's Expert Review The Old Vic
South of the Thames
Theater
Fodor's Choice
In 2015, Matthew Warchus, the director behind Matilda the Musical, took over as artistic director of this grand venerable theater, where stage legends like Maggie Smith, Vivien Leigh, Peter O'Toole, Richard Burton, and Judi Dench once trod the boards. Today, you'll still find some of the best shows in town here—both new work and revivals of modern classics—some featuring contemporary stars like Andrew Scott and Claire Foy.