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The National Theatre is a late 20 th century concrete monstrosity on the South bank of the Thames. But inside it is home to three excellent stages: the Olivier, the Lyttleton and the Dorfman. Of these I prefer the large Olivier and the little Dorfman but sight lines are good in all and that is not true of older London theatres. Also the prices are far lower than the West End. Look out for Travelex £15 seats. Recently saw Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okenedu in excellent Antony and Cleo.
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