The Newcastle Theatre Royal is one of the most famous and prestigious theatre's in United Kingdom, hosting world's best shows in drama, dance, and music for around 170 years of its history. Situated on Grey Street in Newcastle, the Theater was designed by a famous British designer Richard Grainger, and opened on the 20th February 1837 with a lively performance of The Merchant of Venice, one of the most celebrated plays written by William Shakespeare. Listed as a Grade I building, the artisitically designed Theatre Royal is among the most famous historic and cultural landmarks of Britain.One of the finest theatres in United Kingdom, the Theatre Royal attracts some of the world's biggest theatre companies, including the Royal Shakespeare Company, National Theatre, Opera North and the Rambert Dance Company. The Theater host a variety of fascinating shows including the performances of drama, music, opera, ballet, and contemporary dance by some of the leading artists in the world. the Theatre Royal Newcastle presents over 370 performances every year and attracts over 300,000 audience from all over UK and the world. Completely refurbished in 1988, the Theater remains one of the most visited tourist attractions in United Kingdom.
