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Royal Court Theatre

Britain's leading new writing theatre

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Britain's most important new writing theatre, right on Sloane Square since 1956. This is where Look Back in Anger premiered, where Caryl Churchill and Sarah Kane debuted, and where contemporary British drama continues to be reinvented. The main house and the intimate upstairs studio programme consistently bold, challenging work. Monday performances are often pay-what-you-can. The bar is lively pre and post-show. Essential if you care about theatre.

The most important new-writing theatre in the country. Upstairs bar is great pre-show
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What is Royal Court Theatre?
Royal Court Theatre is a place in Chelsea, London. Britain's leading new writing theatre.
Where is Royal Court Theatre?
Royal Court Theatre is at Sloane Square, London SW1W 8AS, in the sloane-square area of Chelsea.
When is Royal Court Theatre open?
Typical hours: Monday 10:00-18:00; Tuesday 10:00-18:00; Wednesday 10:00-18:00 (and other days — see the full schedule on the place page).
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