Theatre - how often do you go?
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With lots of good shows on at theatres across the country and various ways to get cheap theatre tickets for less we wanted to find out how often people are going.
Do you visit the theatre more than you used to? Or perhaps you're watching theatre shows at the Cinema instead?
What do you tend to see?
If you let us know it'll help us know what kind of thing you like to see and hunt down cheap theatre tickets for our Cinema and Theatre deals.
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How often do you go to the theatre? 102 votes
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Once every couple of monthsI'm not quite sure how to answer this - if you go to see a stand up comedian doing a one night stand at a theatre does that count ? (I do that a couple of times a year)
What about things like, this, that I'm going to in a couple of months ? http://www.atgtickets.com/shows/yamato-drummers/
Or are you only interested in full blown theatrical shows - I do that as often as there is anything interesting within travelling distance - perhaps four or five times a year.
And I also go to the live cinema screens of the RSC, Globe and Natinoal Theatre at least half a dozen times a year.
For me, the issue is not really the cost (the theatres close to me all have great discounts if you become a member for a year, whcih can recoup the membership fee in only a couple of visits) but the lack of appeal of what the theatres put on.
I'm licy inthat I live within travelling distance of quite a number of theatres, but I'm a bit of a 'culture vulture' so I mainly like to see what I'd call 'proper plays'. I realise I'm in a minority where I am - most of the local theatres concentrate on comedians and these musical shows like 'We will rock you' and 'mama mia' because that's what puts the bums on seats.0 -
Once a yearOnce a year or so.
Went to see the Lion King three times in the space of 18 months. Tomorrow I'm going to see Cats and within 12 months, it's likely I'll see Wicked too.
Apart from that, there isn't really anything I'd like to go see around at the moment. Unless Starlight Express comes back to London... expensive to put on though.0 -
Any trip to the theatre can be counted, whatever you're going to see p00hsticks.
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Once every 6 monthsI usually go a couple of times a year locally, and also see a west end musical every year during a weekend break. I've been to a couple of the National Theatre Live link-ups too, which I've enjoyed.0
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I've been to see Lion King, War Horse and Jersey Boys this year - all bought as presents - but 3 shows in a year like this year is unusual as tickets are expensive.January spends - £587.580
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Once a yearJust came back from London watched Wicked Tuesday night and Matilda Wednesday afternoon,we purchased Matilda tickets on day of performance and paid £30 for £95 seats Bargain,show was fantastic too.We usually do a couple of shows a year if possible.0
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I try and go every couple of months, although I am hoping to go more as I have just moved to an area with a few nice theatres. Once or twice a year I will go to London and visit the National Theatre.
I would love to see more deals for regional theatres and for London that doesn't just focus on the West End musicals etc. You can get great deals on things like the London fringe or the South Bank, but they never seem to be mentioned on deals sites. I would also be interested in deals on opera and ballet.0 -
Once every couple of monthsI try and go every couple of months, although I am hoping to go more as I have just moved to an area with a few nice theatres. Once or twice a year I will go to London and visit the National Theatre.
I would love to see more deals for regional theatres and for London that doesn't just focus on the West End musicals etc. You can get great deals on things like the London fringe or the South Bank, but they never seem to be mentioned on deals sites. I would also be interested in deals on opera and ballet.
If you're not already aware, I suggest you check out what your local cinema can offer - there are now more and more live cinema screenings from RSC, NT, Royal Opera House and the ballet.
Prices tend to be a little bit higher than a normal film showing, but it's considerably cheaper than being there in person. OK, you don't get the full experience but its a good alternative
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Once every couple of monthsWhen ever I have a Saturday in London I will try and get to see two shows. Luckily, I have Chichester, Southampton and Guildford a short drive away so always lots to choose from (as well as our local theatre).0
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Once a monthI love going to the theatre. My local theatres are good, but expensive. Unfortunately it's still somehow seen as odd by other people to go to the theatre on your own!
I would love to see offers for regional theatres - London's great but few us us can take advantage of the offers0
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