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National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

 
 
ADDRESS
South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 8XZ 
 
TELEPHONE
020 7452 3000 
 

Nearby National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

 
 
The largest of the National Theatre's three auditoriums, the Olivier Theatre lends itself to grand spectacles staged by the National. The imposing theatre on the South Bank is the spiritual centre of London's theatreland, and the heart of the British theatrical tradition. The Olivier, along with the more intimate space of the Cottesloe Theatre and the Lyttelton Theatre, make up the superb venue that is the National Theatre, home to a significant proportion of London's best productions.
 

National Theatre: Olivier Theatre events

 
CollaboratorsCollaboratorsAlex Jennings and Simon Russell Beale feature in John Hodge's 1930s Moscow-set drama about writer Mikhail Bulgakov, who is commissioned to write a play on Stalin as part of his 60th birthday celebrations. Directed by Nicholas Hytner.4th June 2012Saturday 23rd June 2012 Where:
National Theatre: Olivier Theatre,   South Bank      SE1 8XZ
Category: event
 
event  Running until Saturday 23rd June 2012
TIMES  Various Times  PRICING  £12-£32
Alex Jennings and Simon Russell Beale feature in John Hodge's 1930s Moscow-set drama about writer Mikhail Bulgakov, who is commissioned to write a play on Stalin as part of his 60th birthday celebrations. Directed by Nicholas Hytner.
Collaborators
AntigoneAntigoneCreon refuses to bury the body of Antigone's rebellious brother, a decision which leads to her open defiance. Her uncle has no choice but condemn her to be buried alive. Battle is drawn. Jodie Whittaker stars in the title role, in Don Taylor's version of Sophocles's Greek drama.23rd May 2012Wednesday 20th June 2012 Where:
National Theatre: Olivier Theatre,   South Bank      SE1 8XZ
Category: event
Antigone
 
event  Running from Wednesday 23rd May 2012 until Wednesday 20th June 2012
TIMES  Various Times  PRICING  May 23-29 previews £12-£22, May 30 & 31, Jun 1-20 £12-£32, Tue 2pm senior citizen £12, £22
Creon refuses to bury the body of Antigone's rebellious brother, a decision which leads to her open defiance. Her uncle has no choice but condemn her to be buried alive. Battle is drawn. Jodie Whittaker stars in the title role, in Don Taylor's version of Sophocles's Greek drama.... More about this event
Antigone
Orlando Figes: TalkOrlando Figes: TalkThe author discusses his book Just Send Me Word.7th June 2012Thursday 7th June 2012 Where:
National Theatre: Olivier Theatre,   South Bank      SE1 8XZ
Category: event
 
event  Thursday 7th June 2012
TIMES  6pm  PRICING  £4, concs £3
The author discusses his book Just Send Me Word.
Orlando Figes: Talk
Timon Of AthensTimon Of AthensTimon Of AthensA wealthy philanthropist plots revenge on the friends who snub him when the money dries up in Shakespeare's provocative drama. Nicholas Hytner directs Simon Russell Beale in the title role as part of the World Shakespeare Festival. This staging of Timon of Athens is also part of the Travelex Tickets season at the National Theatre, a fantastic initi1st July 2012Tuesday 31st July 2012 Where:
National Theatre: Olivier Theatre,   South Bank      SE1 8XZ
Category: event
Timon Of AthensEditor's Top Pick - Recommended
Timon Of Athens
 
event  Running from Sunday 1st July 2012 until Tuesday 31st July 2012
PRICING  £12-£32, public booking opens Apr 1 2012
A wealthy philanthropist plots revenge on the friends who snub him when the money dries up in Shakespeare's provocative drama. Nicholas Hytner directs Simon Russell Beale in the title role as part of the World Shakespeare Festival. This staging of Timon of Athens is also part of the Travelex Tickets season at the National Theatre, a fantastic initi... More about this event
 
London RoadLondon RoadThe musical drama by Alecky Blythe and Adam Cork, which details recent events in 2006, when a quiet town in Ipswich was disturbed by the discovery of the bodies of five women. Directed by Rufus Norris.28th July 2012Thursday 6th September 2012 Where:
National Theatre: Olivier Theatre,   South Bank      SE1 8XZ
Category: event
 
event  Running from Saturday 28th July 2012 until Thursday 6th September 2012
TIMES  Various Times  PRICING  £12, £22, £32, child £12, £16, £22, Wed 2pm OAP £12, £22
The musical drama by Alecky Blythe and Adam Cork, which details recent events in 2006, when a quiet town in Ipswich was disturbed by the discovery of the bodies of five women. Directed by Rufus Norris.
The Count Of Monte CristoThe Count Of Monte CristoAlexandre Dumas's adventure novel, following the trails of the illiterate sailor Edmond Dantes, who is forced to endure many years in prison through an awful conspiracy, and by a stroke of luck, escapes to seek revenge. Adapted by Richard Bean and directed by Timothy Sheader. Not suitable for ages below 10.17th November 2012Wednesday 16th January 2013 Where:
National Theatre: Olivier Theatre,   South Bank      SE1 8XZ
Category: event
 
event  Running from Saturday 17th November 2012 until Wednesday 16th January 2013
TIMES  Various Times  PRICING  phone for prices, half-price tickets for under 18s
Alexandre Dumas's adventure novel, following the trails of the illiterate sailor Edmond Dantes, who is forced to endure many years in prison through an awful conspiracy, and by a stroke of luck, escapes to seek revenge. Adapted by Richard Bean and directed by Timothy Sheader. Not suitable for ages below 10.
 

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January in London 2012

She Stoops to Conquer National Theatre: Olivier Theatre, SE1 8XZ 24th January 2012 - 28th March 2012 Theatre's version of a rom com, She Stoops to Conquer is...

 
 
February 2011

Frankenstein National Theatre: Olivier Theatre, SE1 8XZ 5th February 2011 - 17th April 2011 Head down to the National Theatre to see Academy Award winning director...

 
 
Mother's Day Events

She Stoops to Conquer National Theatre: Olivier Theatre, SE1 8XZ 24th January - 22nd April 2012 Theatre's version of a rom com, She Stoops to Conquer...

 
 
March 2010

London Assurance National Theatre: Olivier Theatre, SE1 8XZ 2nd - 22nd March 2010 Simon Russell Beale and Fiona Shaw appear as Lord Harcourt and Lady Spanker, in Nicholas Hytner's...

 
 
February 2008

Major Barbara National Theatre: Olivier Theatre, SE1 9PX 26th February 2008 - 5th April 2008 Bernard Shaw's exploration of poverty and power revolves around the intense relationship between...

 
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Strand Palace Hotel London
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel  Deluxe Double Rooms: 77% off from £95
372 Strand, WC2R | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
This West End Art Deco hotel right on the Strand and next to Covent Garden is in a fantastic location for accessing central London and theatreland. ...More
 
 
 
One Aldwych London
One Aldwych
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel  Double/Twin Rooms: 19% off from £375
1 Aldwych, WC2B | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
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Alternative Theatres nearest National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Nearest to National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Savoy Theatre London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Savoy Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Situated alongside the Savoy Hotel, the building of the current theatre with its Art Deco auditorium, was financed by Richard d'Oyly Carte with the considerable profits ...More
 
 
 
Playhouse Theatre London
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Playhouse Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Northumberland Avenue, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 6 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
A short step away from the main strip of West End theatres, the Playhouse's stylish curved facade is rather lost among the towering architecture of Charing ...More
 
 
 
Adelphi Theatre London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Adelphi Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
The Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Adelphi Theatre is a London institution - an historic venue with a long history of staging upscale musicals. Now a West End stalwart, it ...More
 
 
 
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Entertainment near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Southbank Centre London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Southbank Centre
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Southbank Centre is a classic example of brutal 60s concrete architecture. Everyone has an opinion (usually negative) on its distinctive design - famous detractors include ...More
 
 
 
Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall
London > Entertainment > Live Music
Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Located by the River Thames, with sweeping views of the capital from the London Eye to St Paul's Cathedral, the Southbank Centre is a unique metropolitan ...More
 
 
 
BFI Southbank London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
BFI Southbank
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
Belvedere Road, South Bank, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Originally the National Film Theatre, the BFI Southbank is the perfect film buff's cinema, with three large screens and a smaller studio space showing up to ...More
 
 
 
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Events near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Milton Jones London
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Milton Jones
London > Events > Comedy  Dates: 22nd May 2012
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
If you're not leaning towards Boris or Ken, it might be time for you to consider Milton Jones. Taking the stage at this year's Udderbelly Festival, ...More
 
 
 
Total Brass London
Total Brass
London > Events > Music  Dates: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - 1pm
St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N | 10 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
...More
 
 
 
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Advancing Global Trade And Employment Together: Shared Opportunities And Responsibilities For The Un
London > Events > Exhibitions  Dates: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - 12noon-1pm
London School Of Economics, Houghton Street, WC2A | 11 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
With Ambassador Ron Kirk....More
 
 
 
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Sights and Attractions near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

The best museums, galleries, attractions near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Poetry Library London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Poetry Library
London > Attractions > Museums
Level 5, Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The most comprehensive and accessible collection of poetry from 1914 in Britain, The Poetry Library within the Southbank Centre contains 90,000 items and is still growing. ...More
 
 
 
The Hayward Gallery London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Hayward Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Hayward Gallery has been the originator or host of influential exhibitions since 1968. It mounts temporary exhibitions of contemporary and historical art. The gallery, named ...More
 
 
 
London Eye London
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London Eye
London > Attractions > Sights
Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 5 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The London Eye elbowed its way onto the capital's tourist scene as one of the statement pieces to mark the turn of the century (see also ...More
 
 
 
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Shopping near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

The best shops and markets near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Foyles Royal Festival Hall London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Foyles Royal Festival Hall
London > Shopping > Books
Riverside, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The family-run Foyles book shop has been in the book selling business since 1906. Around 30,000 books are stocked at this branch on a broad range ...More
 
 
 
Konditor & Cook London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Konditor & Cook
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
22 Cornwall Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Konditor & Cook specialise in the creation of amazingly tasty cakes which are also sold on to some of the finest restaurants in the city. This, ...More
 
 
 
Konditor & Cook London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Konditor & Cook
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
63 Stamford Street, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Konditor & Cook specialise in the creation of amazingly tasty cakes which are also sold on to some of the finest restaurants in the city. This ...More
 
 
 
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Restaurants near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

What are the best dining options near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre London?
Canteen London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Canteen
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The menu at Canteen reads like a comforting childhood reminiscence with some sophisticated bunting thrown on top. Devilled kidneys on toast, followed by an excellent slow-roast ...More
 
 
 
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Strada
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
Unit 6, Royal Festival Hall Riverside, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Strada has started something of a pizza revolution. The chain has blossomed thanks largely to its focus on fresh, high quality ingredients, and efficient, friendly service. ...More
 
 
 
Giraffe London
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Giraffe
London > Restaurants > International restaurants
Unit 1, Royal Festival Hall Riverside, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
If you happen to be with the kids on the South Bank this summer this is a great little eatery in which to recharge their batteries. ...More
 
 
 
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Education near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Courtauld Institute of Art London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
 
 
 
King's College Medical School London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 6 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
 
 
 
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Career Energy
London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, London, Holborn, London WC1V | 19 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll analyse ...More
 
 
 
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National Theatre: Olivier Theatre gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
London Marriott Hotel County Hall Spa London
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London Marriott Hotel County Hall Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
Westminster Bridge Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 7 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Fancy detoxing in the building where the Greater London Council used to run the city? The Spa at the London Marriott County ...More
 
 
 
Jubilee Gardens London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Jubilee Gardens
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
3 Belvedere Road, South Bank, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 7 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The concrete promenade along the South Bank greatly benefits from this large patch of green grass for striders, strollers and sightseers to relax on. Not ...More
 
 
 
The Sanctuary London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Sanctuary
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 11 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
 
 
 
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Pubs near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

The best pubs near London National Theatre: Olivier Theatre.
The Sherlock Holmes London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Sherlock Holmes
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the great detective himself and to original Victorian pubs. While you indulge in a soothing ...More
 
 
 
King's Arms London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
King's Arms
London > Nightlife > Pubs
25 Roupell Street, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 9 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
A short walk from the South Bank Centre, The Old Vic and The National Theatre this traditional old watering hole is a good place to have ...More
 
 
 
The Cove London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Cove
London > Nightlife > Pubs
1 The Piazza, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 10 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Overlooking Covent Garden Piazza, the Cove is a world away from the crowds outside. Tucked up in a worn, leather armchair under the pub’s low, beamed ...More
 
 
 
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Nightlife near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

National Theatre: Olivier Theatre clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Gordon's Wine Bar London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Gordon's Wine Bar
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ...More
 
 
 
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Bassoon Piano Bar
London > Nightlife > Bars
Corinthia Hotel London, Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A | 7 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The cocktails in the Bassoon Piano Bar are very good, expensive, yes, but very, very good. Not only that but the bar has a piano which ...More
 
 
 
The Lobby Bar at One Aldwych London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Lobby Bar at One Aldwych
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 8 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ...More
 
 
 
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Meeting venue hire near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course near National Theatre: Olivier Theatre.
Skylon London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Skylon
London > Business > Venue Hire
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Royal Festival Hall's refurbishment has done away with 'The People's Palace', the marvellously 1950s restaurant that used to occupy this space, and replaced it with ...More
 
 
 
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Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall
London > Business > Venue Hire
Belvedere Road, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
Located by the River Thames, with sweeping views of the capital from the London Eye to St Paul's Cathedral, the Southbank Centre is a unique metropolitan ...More
 
 
 
The Deck at the National Theatre London
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The Deck at the National Theatre
London > Business > Venue Hire
South Bank, London, South Bank, London SE1 | 4 minutes from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre
The Deck is a modern roof-top venue with stunning views over the Thames, available for hire at the National Theatre, part of the Southbank Centre which ...More
 
 
 
 

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Andy Findon And Geoff Eales
Concerts | On 22nd May 2012 

National Theatre Foyer At National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Jazz from the flautist and the pianist....More

Emio Greco: PC - Rocco
Dance | Until 23rd May 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Within a stage-set boxing ring, this evocative dance-narrative is inspired by Luchino Visconti's film, Rocco e i suoi Fratelli, in ...More

Cantina
Cantina
Theatre | Until 30th September 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Headlining the Southbank Centre's new entertainment festival - The London Wonderground - are Australian circus troupe Cantina. Expect a heady ...More

 
Milton Jones: Mayor Of London
Comedy | On 22nd May 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Surreal one-liners and ideas about what the stand-up and Mock The Week regular would do if he was in charge ...More

Arcadi Volodos
Concerts | On 22nd May 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

The pianist performs Schubert's Piano Sonata In A Minor, Brahms's 3 Intermezzi and Liszt's Sonata In B Minor....More

The Adventurers Club
Kids Events | Until 1st July 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Tim Fitzhigham and Tiernan Douieb are inviting families along to The Adventurers Club at this year's Udderbelly Festival. The sell-out ...More

Milton Jones
Comedy | On 22nd May 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

If you're not leaning towards Boris or Ken, it might be time for you to consider Milton Jones. Taking the ...More

Comedy in the Dark
Comedy | Until 2nd July 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

So you've heard of dating in the dark and dining in the dark, but how about Comedy in the Dark? ...More

Sean Hughes: Life Becomes Noise
Comedy | Until 27th May 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

Sardonic Irish stand-up Sean Hughes brings his show Life Becomes Noise to this year's Udderbelly Festival. The youngest comic to ...More

Best of the Comedy Store
Comedy | Until 7th July 2012 

Southbank Centre 2 minutes walk from National Theatre: Olivier Theatre

With the Udderbelly Summer Festival brimming with humorous acts, it was only fitting that the Best of the Comedy Store ...More

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