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1. Aldeburgh Festival
FestivalsEast Anglia's most important arts festival, and one of the best known in Britain, is the Aldeburgh Festival. It's held for two weeks in June...
East Anglia's most important arts festival, and one of the best known in Britain, is the Aldeburgh Festival. It's held for two weeks in June in the small village of Snape, 5 miles west of Aldeburgh. Founded by Benjamin Britten, the festival concentrates on music but includes exhibitions, poetry readings, and lectures. A handful of events are aimed specifically at children.
Snape, Suffolk, England01728-687100-for enquiries -
2. Barbican Centre
City of LondonOpened in 1982, The Barbican is an enormous Brutalist concrete maze that Londoners either love or hate—but its importance to the cultural life of the...
Opened in 1982, The Barbican is an enormous Brutalist concrete maze that Londoners either love or hate—but its importance to the cultural life of the capital is beyond dispute. At the largest performing arts center in Europe, you could listen to Elgar, see 1960s photography, and catch German animation with live accompaniment, all in one day. The main concert hall, known for its acoustics, is most famous as the home of the London Symphony Orchestra. The Barbican is also a frequent host to the BBC Symphony Orchestra. Architecture tours take place several times a week.
View Tours and ActivitiesSilk St.- 020 - 7638–4141Arts/Entertainment Details
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3. Bath Festival
FestivalsHeld over 17 days in May, the Bath Festival is a multi-arts celebration of literature and music in and around the city. Events include classical...
Held over 17 days in May, the Bath Festival is a multi-arts celebration of literature and music in and around the city. Events include classical, jazz, and world-music concerts, dance performances, literary talks, and exhibitions, many in the Assembly Rooms and Bath Abbey.
Bath Box Office, 2 Terrace Walk, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA1 2LN, England01225-463362 -
4. Battersea Arts Centre
BatterseaThis arts center has a reputation for producing innovative new theater and dance works as well as hosting top alternative stand-up comics. It also hosts...
This arts center has a reputation for producing innovative new theater and dance works as well as hosting top alternative stand-up comics. It also hosts a number of community arts initiatives to develop local talent. Performances take place in quirky spaces all over this atmospheric former town hall. The bar, which serves snacks and shared plates, is open all day.
176 Lavender Hill- 020 - 7223–2223Arts/Entertainment Details
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5. Birmingham Repertory Theatre
City Centre | TheaterSet within an ultramodern building next to the staggering contemporary design of Birmingham’s library, the revered Birmingham Repertory Theatre...
Set within an ultramodern building next to the staggering contemporary design of Birmingham’s library, the revered Birmingham Repertory Theatre is one of England’s oldest (founded in 1913) and most esteemed theater companies. It's equally at home performing modern or classical works.
Centenary Sq., Broad St., Birmingham, Birmingham, B1 2EP, England0121-236–4455 -
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6. Birmingham Royal Ballet
City Centre | DanceThe second company of the Royal Ballet, the touring Birmingham Royal Ballet is based at the Hippodrome Theatre, which also plays host to visiting...
The second company of the Royal Ballet, the touring Birmingham Royal Ballet is based at the Hippodrome Theatre, which also plays host to visiting companies such as the Welsh National Opera.
Hurst St., Southside, Birmingham, Birmingham, B5 4TB, England0844-338–5000-Birmingham Hippodrome -
7. Bluecoat
City Centre | MusicThe city center's oldest building is now a creative hub encompassing contemporary visual arts, live art, literature, music, and dance, along...
The city center's oldest building is now a creative hub encompassing contemporary visual arts, live art, literature, music, and dance, along with a café and bistro.
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8. Brewery Arts Centre
Arts CentersA contemporary complex in a converted brewery, the Brewery Arts Centre includes a gallery, theater, cinemas, and workshop spaces. The Vats Bar...
A contemporary complex in a converted brewery, the Brewery Arts Centre includes a gallery, theater, cinemas, and workshop spaces. The Vats Bar, an on-site freehouse, serves up a tasty selection of pizzas and hearty mains, as well as a variety of craft beers and wine. In November, the Mountain Film Festival presents productions aimed at climbers and walkers.
122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE, England01539-725133Arts/Entertainment Details
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9. Brighton Fringe
FestivalsOne of the largest fringe festivals in the world—and second only to the Edinburgh Fringe in Scotland—this four-week-long arts extravaganza sees...
One of the largest fringe festivals in the world—and second only to the Edinburgh Fringe in Scotland—this four-week-long arts extravaganza sees hundreds of stand-up, sketch comedy, music, dance, and circus acts descend on the city every May.
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10. Cambridge Folk Festival
FestivalsSpread over four days in late July or early August at Cherry Hinton Hall, the Cambridge Folk Festival attracts major international folk singers...
Spread over four days in late July or early August at Cherry Hinton Hall, the Cambridge Folk Festival attracts major international folk singers and groups.
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11. Curzon Soho
SohoOpened in 1959 and now a Soho institution, this three-screen independent cinema runs a vibrant program of first-run arthouse and mainstream films, along with an...
Opened in 1959 and now a Soho institution, this three-screen independent cinema runs a vibrant program of first-run arthouse and mainstream films, along with an engaging calendar of director talks, Q&As, festival events, and other cinephile shindigs. The first-floor mezzanine bar is great for a quiet drink, even when Soho is heaving with people. There are other wonderful Curzon cinemas in Mayfair, Bloomsbury, and Victoria.
99 Shaftesbury Ave.- 01233 - 555--644Arts/Entertainment Details
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12. Electric Cinema
City Centre | FilmThis movie theater, a genuine survivor from the art deco age, is now the U.K.'s oldest working movie theater. Sofas and waiter service enhance...
This movie theater, a genuine survivor from the art deco age, is now the U.K.'s oldest working movie theater. Sofas and waiter service enhance the decadent viewing experience.
47–49 Station St., Birmingham, Birmingham, B5 4DY, England0121-643–7879Arts/Entertainment Details
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13. Frieze London
Regent's ParkA glamorous contemporary art fair, Frieze London brings the crème de la crème of the international art world to London each October. Its sister show,...
A glamorous contemporary art fair, Frieze London brings the crème de la crème of the international art world to London each October. Its sister show, Frieze Masters, is a 15-minute walk across Regent's Park and focuses on art from the ancient world through the late 20th century. For the two events combined, hundreds of galleries exhibiting thousands of artworks—everything from Old Masters to Rachel Whiteread—fill two huge pop-up spaces in the park. The food and drink available on-site are pricey but excellent, and there's a compelling program of artist and curator talks. Catch the free Frieze Sculpture Park in Regent's Park between July and October.
Regent's Park- 020 - 3372–6111Arts/Entertainment Details
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14. Glyndebourne Opera House
OperaNestled beneath the Downs, three miles east of Lewes, this world-famous opera house combines first-class productions, a state-of-the-art auditorium...
Nestled beneath the Downs, three miles east of Lewes, this world-famous opera house combines first-class productions, a state-of-the-art auditorium, and a beautiful setting. Tickets are very expensive (the cheapest start at around £85, though for many productions it's twice that, rising to around £250), and you have to book months in advance. But it's worth every penny to aficionados, who traditionally wear evening dress and bring a hamper to picnic on the grounds. The main season runs from mid-May to the end of August. Save money by booking standing-room tickets (from £10), or look out for special nights when adults under 30 pay just £30.
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15. HOME
University Quarter | FilmThis cutting-edge contemporary arts venue houses a main 450-seat theater, a studio theater space, a gallery, five cinema screens, and digital...
This cutting-edge contemporary arts venue houses a main 450-seat theater, a studio theater space, a gallery, five cinema screens, and digital production and broadcast facilities, as well a bar, a café, and a bookshop.
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16. Literature Festival
Arts FestivalsThe 10-day Literature Festival in October brings world-renowned authors, actors, and critics to Cheltenham for hundreds of readings, lectures...
The 10-day Literature Festival in October brings world-renowned authors, actors, and critics to Cheltenham for hundreds of readings, lectures, and other events.
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17. Manchester International Festival
FestivalsThis biennial multi-arts festival has played a major role in Manchester's cultural development since it launched in 2007. With international...
This biennial multi-arts festival has played a major role in Manchester's cultural development since it launched in 2007. With international artists such as Björk and Marina Abramović making appearances, it often premieres events that go on to tour nationally or globally. Events take place in some of the city's most popular performing arts spaces, as well as obscure locations such as disused buildings.
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18. Meltdown Festival
South BankThe wildly eclectic and very cool Meltdown generally takes place in June at the Southbank Centre. It's curated by a different big-name artist each year...
The wildly eclectic and very cool Meltdown generally takes place in June at the Southbank Centre. It's curated by a different big-name artist each year (e.g., Robert Smith in 2018, Nile Rodgers in 2019, and Grace Jones in 2022), so you never have any idea what to expect until the program comes out.
Belvedere Rd.- 020 - 3879–9555Arts/Entertainment Details
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19. National Theatre
South BankWhen this complex designed by Sir Denys Lasdun opened in 1976, Londoners were slow to warm up to the low-rise Brutalist block, with Prince Charles...
When this complex designed by Sir Denys Lasdun opened in 1976, Londoners were slow to warm up to the low-rise Brutalist block, with Prince Charles describing it as "a clever way of building a nuclear power station in the middle of London without anyone objecting." But whatever you think of the outside, the inside offers generally superb theatrical experiences at (relatively) friendly prices—several of which (like War Horse or One Man, Two Guvnors) have gone on to become long-running Broadway hits. Interspersed with the three theaters—the 1,150-seat Olivier, the 890-seat Lyttelton, and the 450-seat Dorfman—is a multilayered foyer with exhibitions, bars, restaurants, and free entertainment. Musicals, classics, and plays are performed by top-flight professionals, who you can sometimes catch giving foyer talks as well. Backstage, costume, and architecture tours are available daily at 9:45 am except Sunday. The Clore Learning Centre offers courses and events on different aspects of theater production, and you can watch staff at work on set building and scenery painting from the Sherling High-Level Walkway. Each weekend in August, the free outdoor River Stage Festival presents live music, dance, family workshops, and DJ sets in front of the theater. There are £10 Friday Rush tickets for some performances.
Belvedere Rd.- 020 - 7452–3000Arts/Entertainment Details
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20. Oxford Literary Festival
FestivalsThe festival takes place during the last week of March at Christ Church College, the Sheldonian, and other university venues. Leading authors...
The festival takes place during the last week of March at Christ Church College, the Sheldonian, and other university venues. Leading authors come to give lectures and interviews, and there's plenty to entertain children.
Christ Church College, St. Aldate's, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1DP, England0870-343–1001
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