Amateur Stage Magazine

Last week I was lucky enough to be invited down by the RSC to view the magnificent new building they have recently completed.  It's truly remarkable with key features of the old building retained alongside the new structure.

The new auditorium itself is intimate and comfortable. The thrust brings everything right into the audiences laps. We attended Rupert Goold's new production of Romeo & Juliet which was full of energy and passion and well worth a look if you can get down to see it.

I can highly recommend the new restaurant which is offering several pre-show deals. The food is sublime and the view over the river on a gorgeous day just can't be beaten. Make a point of travelling up the tower whilst you are there to take in the breath-taking views.

More information can be found at www.rsc.org.uk





Adding a new turn to the phrase "Treading the boards", selected section of the foyer floor is comprised of timbers from the old mainstage.





A view from the restaurant balcony



The original art deco box office is suspeded in the main entrance.