The Royal National Theatre (generally known as the National Theatre and commonly as The National) in London is one of the United Kingdom's two most prominent publicly funded theatre companies, alongside the Royal Shakespeare Company. It is located next to the Thames in the South Bank area of central London.
The Nation...
15:37 Mon 24th May 2010The Royal Opera House is a magnificent building in the heart of London’s Convent Garden. Closely linked to the famous composer Handel the theatre has a fascinating history. It is possible to go on backstage tours and see how the Opera House runs on a day to day basis. The stage has played host to some of the worl...
15:37 Mon 24th May 2010 A. Archaeologists at the Rose Theatre, London, say it's in better condition than they thought - so a campaign is being stepped up for full excavation. Q. And how important is the Rose A.
00:00 Tue 23rd Oct 2001The Roundhouse is a Grade II listed former railway engine shed in Chalk Farm, London, England, which has been converted into a performing arts and concert venue. It has been associated with Centre 42 which was set up to help provide arts for all. The theatre is well known for its cutting edge performances and productio...
15:37 Mon 24th May 2010London has been described as being the best European bargain holiday destination. So whether you want museums, shops, restaurants, theatres, nightlife, tourist sites or all of the above; London is the place that has that has it all. Fast paced, lively and with plenty going on to amuse and entertain visitors all year ro...
15:36 Mon 24th May 2010Baguette-festooned Parisians dash through bustling marketplaces whilst the less hasty sip coffee and wine in the multitude of cafes and restaurants on the shores of the Seine, discussing fashion,
11:46 Wed 13th Feb 2008Asks monkeysay A. Like many major cities, Toronto is split up into different areas. But you could probably walk through one area to another seamlessly and not know the difference. The main areas of
00:00 Mon 13th Aug 2001A. Time was when all theatre was street theatre or held in public places such as the courtyards of inns The exceptions were those that took place in private residences and churches. In Britain
00:00 Mon 23rd Jul 2001Asks meltdown A. There is so much to do in London that it is difficult to fit it into one weekend, but if you've got the energy we've got the information! Just the size and the amount of people
00:00 Thu 12th Jul 2001A. No. But they both have interesting origins to their names. Q. And I expect you want me to ask you what they are A. Yes please. Q. Oh all right then. What are the interesting origins A. I'm
00:00 Mon 28th May 2001 Amazon.co.uk WidgetsThe Da Vinci Code is a mystery thriller with a dash of action. The film is based on the book of the same name by Dan Brown and was directed by Ron Howard. It stars Tom Hanks as Robert Langdon, a university symbology expert in a frantic chase across Europe to find the Holy Grail.The film has had a ...
08:55 Fri 09th Jul 2010Shakespeare’s Globe celebrates the fact that the greatest dramatic poet in the English language lived and worked in London and that the cradle of English theatre was on Bankside by the River Thames. Every year the theatre celebrates Shakespeare's Birthday in the lead-up to the new Theatre Season on 23 April. For ...
15:37 Mon 24th May 2010The Royal College Of Physicians of London provides a huge range of services to its 20,000 Members and Fellows and other medical professionals. These include delivering examinations, training courses, continuous professional development and conferences; undertaking clinical audits; publishing newsletters, guidelines and...
15:37 Mon 24th May 2010Hampton Court Palace is a grand royal palace in Richmond upon Thames. It was once lived in by the kings and queens of England including Henry VIII, William, Mary and James. Much of the building was designed by the architect Sir Christopher Wren. The palace is most notable for its famous maze, the annual Hampton Court P...
15:37 Mon 24th May 2010When you hear the word Iceland do you think of quality frozen foods Well you should be thinking of one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Being only a short distance away, easy to get to and exotic, this is the perfect place to chill out and unwind. Iceland has plenty of choice for relaxing indulgence and p...
15:36 Mon 24th May 2010Cambridge is a shopper’s paradise, with a vast amount of independent shops and unique boutiques to explore, and has been described as one of the most beautiful cities in Britain. Famous for its River Cam on which you can go punting whilst enjoy the scenic surroundings.
Shopping in Cambridge:
From department sto...
15:36 Mon 24th May 2010A bargain holiday to Poland could be the perfect answer to the credit crunch for those on a budget this year. If you’re looking for culture, history or somewhere to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings, then consider the following.
Why choose Poland
While Warsaw, the capital offers great quality and value...
15:36 Mon 24th May 2010Forget about skool, everything you'll ever need to know in life, you can learn it here on the ole AB, and you don't have to wear a school uniform - unless of course you are into that sort of thing.
18:00 Fri 24th Feb 2006 Jodie Day asked: In what year did the first Oxfam shop open Oxfam dates back to the Second World War. The Nazi occupation of Greece lead to an Allied blockade of that country, with fearful
00:00 Thu 27th Jun 2002 A. Yes. The film-maker Billy Wilder has died aged 95. His gifts for writing and directing led to such classics as Sunset Boulevard, Some Like It Hot and Double Indemnity. He collected three Oscars
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