Arguably one of the most surprising of all of our Secret London articles, the remains of London’s Roman Fort are actually situated in an underground car park! The history of this fort dates back to around AD110, not very long after the Roman invasion of Britain. Does any of Roman London still exist? Some visitors […]
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Did The City Of London Have Walls?
The London Wall was one of the largest construction projects carried out in Roman Britain, requiring somewhere in the region of 85,000 tons of Kentish ragstone to complete. Once built, the wall was 2 miles long and about 6 m high. Until the later Middle Ages, the wall defined the boundaries of the City of […]
Where Can I Watch Shakespeare Plays In London?
Shakespeare’s Globe The Globe London. Shakespeare’s Globe The Globe London is the most famous Shakespeare theatre in the world. Where can I watch Shakespeare’s performances? Live theatre is back, but, you can still watch lots of fantastic RSC shows from home with BroadwayHD, BritBox, Digital Theatre and Marquee TV. Where can I watch full Shakespeare […]
Which Is A Famous Area In London For Theatres?
London’s theatrical heartland, often referred to as Theaterland or West End, is roughly bounded by Piccadilly Circus to the west, Trafalgar Square to south, Tottenham Court Road to the north and Covent Garden to the east. Where is the most important area for theatres in London? There are over 40 venues in the home of […]
What Was Shakespeare’S Reputation In London?
In his own time, William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was rated as merely one among many talented playwrights and poets, but since the late 17th century has been considered the supreme playwright and poet of the English language. What kind of reputation did Shakespeare have? Shakespeare’s reputation as a dramatist and a poet actor is unique and […]
What Did Shakespeare Did In London?
What did Shakespeare do in London? From about 1590 to 1613, Shakespeare lived mainly in London and by 1592 was a well-known actor there. He was also a playwright. His play, Henry VI, was performed at the Rose theatre in 1592. Why did William Shakespeare went to London? It was said that he fled to […]
Where Did Shakespeare Stay In London?
Evidence suggests the Bard lived at what is now known as 35 Great St Helen’s – a site next to St Helen’s Church occupied by an office block. Did Shakespeare ever live in London? From about 1590 to 1613, Shakespeare lived mainly in London and by 1592 was a well-known actor there. He was also […]
What Were The Major Theaters In London?
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. 8,814. Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings. Royal Opera House. 2,964. Ballets • Operas. Novello Theatre. 887. Theaters. Her Majesty’s Theatre London. 1,213. Concerts • Theaters. South Bank. 1,684. London Palladium. 2,093. Prince Edward Theatre. 1,194. Victoria Palace Theatre. 830.
Why Did William Shakespeare Come To London?
He most likely went to London in order to make a career for himself there, as opportunities were limited in Stratford-upon-Avon. He may already have had an interest in writing and known that he wanted to pursue life as a poet and playwright, and during his lifetime there was no real place to do so […]
When Was The Menagerie Moved To London Zoo?
In 1830, it was decided to transfer the remaining animals from the Royal Menagerie to the newly formed Zoological Society of London – the new London Zoo in Regent’s Park. Why was the royal menagerie closed? Closure of the Menagerie He acquired over 300 specimens and rekindled the popularity of the Tower as a tourist […]