London Theatre
There are over three dozen major theatres, most concentrated in the West End. West End theatres are commercial ventures and show musicals, comedy and serious drama. The subsidised or non-commercial theatre includes the National Theatre, which is based at the South Bank; the Royal Shakespeare Company which is based in Stratford, but presents seasons in London; The Globe, a modern reconstruction of the home of Shakespeare's troupe; The Royal Court Theatre which specialises in new drama; the Old Vic; and the Young Vic. London also boasts a vibrant fringe theatre culture including places such as the Battersea Arts Centre, The UCL Bloomsbury, The Place, and Tricycle Theatre.
Barbican Centre
The Barbican Centre is the The Corporation of London's main cultural venue.
Tricycle Theatre
The Tricycle Theatre is a traditional theatre, cinema and visual arts gallery space on the Kilburn High Road, opened in 1980.
The UCL Bloomsbury Theatre
The theatre of University College London. Hosting professional drama, concerts, dance and comedy all year round.