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Best of London Theatre on Queen Mary 2

Program No. 11996RJ
On this theater-themed voyage, enjoy lectures, performances, history and the unique insight of producer/director Giles Ramsay as you sail the Atlantic and see four plays in London.

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Program
At a Glance
Duration
13 days
Program Begins
New York, New York
Program Concludes
London
Meals
31 ( 12B, 8L, 11D )
Activity Level
Theater and the performing arts take center stage on this enriching voyage from New York City to London aboard the magnificent Queen Mary 2. Immerse yourself in the history and practice of theater with onboard theater expert Giles Ramsay, who explores the development of drama from Greek tragedy to the modern musical. In London, experience the arts firsthand as you enjoy theater productions ranging from the classic to the cutting edge and gain insight from leading theater professionals.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Enjoy engaging theater lectures led by producer and director Giles Ramsay, who provides expert insight into the historic roots of theater and its contemporary practice.
  • Experience British theater with four plays in London’s West End.
  • Exchange opinions on culture, politics and the arts with top national journalists, arts professionals and a leading London theater critic.
General Notes
Details of selected performances will be noted in the itinerary section of the Final Information Packet. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
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Giles Ramsay
Giles Ramsay is an independent theater director and producer who specializes in creating new work with artists in developing countries. He is the founding director of the charity Developing Artists, a fellow of St. Chad’s College, Durham University. and course leader in theater at The Victoria and Albert Museum in London. He has devised and instructed on Road Scholar programs since the early 1990s and has run theater projects in countries ranging from Kosovo to Zimbabwe.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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David Crowe
David Crowe worked in education for more than 40 years teaching history, physical education, and serving as vice principal of his school. He has a degree and PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) in history. Following retirement in 2014, he returned to the classroom to teach history in the International School of Monaco. David lives between the UK and the south of France, following his passion for adventure, skiing, climbing, sailing, kayaking, and cycling. David has led Road Scholar programs in Scotland and Scandinavia.
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Jennifer Smale
Jennifer Smale is a retired high school physical education teacher. She has worked part-time for Road Scholar since 1988. Her interests are varied but she prefers to be outdoors, especially enjoying golf, hiking, and skiing. However, Jennifer also has a keen interest in theatre and live performances.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to two miles daily on city streets and in galleries. Many theaters and historic buildings in London have no elevators and are not accessible.
Suggested Reading List
View Full List (10 Books)
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Sustainable Travel

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