In view of the Coronavirus now hitting the arts in the UK, with theatres and venues closing for the foreseeable future, we thought it might be an opportunity to share some digital resources.
Theatre isn’t only about performances on a stage, it is about embracing the body and soul – a means to escape from the world we live in, to a land of make-believe. Being in an audience watching a production and feeling the hairs go up on the back of your neck is a magical moment and many people will miss their regular dose.
While the theatres and venues are dark, maybe the following links will enable some of you to escape for a moment or two, either online with your mobile, tablet, laptop or pc – or download to watch on your tv.
To all involved in the world of make-believe – theatre and the performing arts – the land will be a darker place without you, but this time will pass and a new magical world will blossom at some future date.
Very best wishes,
Neil Cheesman
@LondonTheatre1
ps If you have any suggestions please add them in the comments below. If you are sharing online please tag us #LondonTheatre1
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FREE Books on Audible (including Les Miserables
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From Chatterpack
A list of free, online, boredom-busting resources!
Lots of free programmes!
https://archive.org/
London Symphony Orchestra
Although we’re sad not to perform live for you tonight, we are excited to share our new digital programme #AlwaysPlaying! Join us as we release full-length concerts, interviews, playlists and more in the coming weeks!
Creative Quarantine
As we all suddenly find ourselves with lots of time on our hands, we’re cooking up some exciting and enjoyable creative adventures for those young and old across the globe to enjoy together.
https://wearenonsuch.com/whatson/
RESOURCES
National Theatre
https://www.youtube.com/user/ntdiscovertheatre
Check Out BBC iPlayer for Dramas, Series,
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer
Virtual Tours of Museums
https://www.southernliving.com/syndication/museums-with-virtual-tours
History & The Arts
Explore culture, conflict, and the things that make us human.
https://www.open.edu/openlearn/history-the-arts/free-courses
On-screen
Watch our operas in cinemas around the country or for free online
https://www.glyndebourne.com/on-screen/
Encore Radio
SONGS AND NEWS FROM YOUR FAVOURITE MUSICALS
https://www.encoreradio.co.uk/
RSC
ONLINE PERFORMANCES
https://www.rsc.org.uk/education/teacher-resources/online-performances
https://www.youtube.com/user/theRSC
The story of theatre
The V&A’s Theatre and Performance collections chart the fascinating history of theatre in Britain from the middle ages to today. From early dramatic forms, such as mystery plays and court masques, to the alternative and ‘in yer face’ drama of the late 20th century, via the patriotic wartime entertainment of the 1940s, and the foundation of institutions such as the Arts Council and the National Theatre.
https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/the-story-of-theatre
Rent the latest releases, subscribe to classics and explore the best from the BFI, national and regional archives
https://player.bfi.org.uk/free
DisneyMusicVEVO
https://www.youtube.com/user/DisneyMusicVEVO
Magic at the Musicals
https://planetradio.co.uk/magic-at-the-musicals/player/
Channel 4 Culture
https://www.channel4.com/news/culture
ITV Entertainment
https://www.itv.com/hub/categories/entertainment
Creative England
https://www.creativeengland.co.uk/watch/
Ballet Videos
Watch Ballet Videos Online
https://ballethub.com/ballet-videos/
Creative England presents…
Whether through film, games, audio or events, we give a voice to great storytellers. Experience their latest work here.
http://www.filmedlivemusicals.com/
Artspod.net is a video-led theatre and live entertainment website primarily for regional venues. Lots of trailers, interviews & news, all in one place…
https://artspod.net/
Subscription
www.broadwayhd.com
Subscription
https://www.digitaltheatre.com/
What an amazing idea, well done to all for offering this opportunity!!!
This sounds brilliant.
My pals & are avid theatre-goers. We have tickets booked months ahead. Obvs, no one know how long this virus will ravage the country (the world). The threat to theatre is very great: actors, everyone involved in creating the magic. Thank you for offering this as an ‘amuse bouche’. We would subscribe to a broader scheme to get Our‘fix’ but more broadly, help to ensure the future of theatre.
Gigglemug Theatre’s award-winning Edinburgh Fringe hit ‘Timpson: The Musical’ is free to watch on YouTube in all its glory! Would you be able to add this to the list? Here’s the link: https://youtu.be/LfzOOWCi8Ag