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Curve Theatre

1 Rutland Street, Leicester LE1 1SB, England
+44 (0)116 2423560
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Ranked #2 of 33 attractions in Leicester
4.5 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
Type: Theatres
Owner description: Curve Theatre is Leicester’s magnificent home for theatre and the performing arts and is situated at the heart of the city’s Cultural Quarter. Curve...... more » Owner description: Curve Theatre is Leicester’s magnificent home for theatre and the performing arts and is situated at the heart of the city’s Cultural Quarter. Curve is a proud supporter of new and emerging talent and actively participates in the development of the next generation of artists, writers and directors. As well as presenting some of the world’s finest touring work, Curve produces a varied programme of diverse, exciting and inspiring theatre including large scale musicals to rival the West End. « less
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Leicester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

As it says above: enjoyed all the shows (been to many) and also enjoyed food and drinks beforehand. Very quick service - even with busy theatre periods - but still decent quality food. Have stopped in there a few times just for coffee too. Was last there for Joseph. Very entertaining. Will be back again for sure. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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.so sorry i missed juliette binoche.please return. friends,my children and i saw the king and i. excellent.wonderful production,cast and sets. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Main stage is in the centre of the building, with walkways around the outside. Unusual architecture - personally I don't like the concrete stairs but other than that I like everything about this theatre! In easy walking distance from town centre but there is a car park nearby if needed. Seen many great productions and have not been disappointed yet... More

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Leicester
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

I have seen some good performances at the curve but also some second rate productions The prices are high, which is acceptable for the good shows, but one feels ripped off when the standard is low. I suspect the money goes to support the theatre's overblown architecture rather than the productions. The Curve has a long way to go to... More

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Peterborough, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Nice place to hang out for lunch even when there's no production on. More

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Enfield, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Nice modern airy theatre. Auditorium was spacious with good sized comfortable seats with plenty of legroom, well-controlled temperature and nice ambiance. The ice-cream was definitely over-priced but you can't have everything! Would certainly visit again. More

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See 2 more reviews by EnfieldPeter for Leicester
midlands England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

It's a behemoth of a building and it's fab. I love that you can kinda see some of the back stage workings. The studio is a brilliant intimate little space. I saw Spymonkey's Oeidipu*&y there along with One Snowy Night at Christmas. The big theatre is awsome and those Christmas musicals are the best! The King and I was brilliant.... More

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Loughborough, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Whilst it is a new theatre why are the seats so uncomfortable. I have been to the Theatre Royal Nottingham where the old seats are comfortable not so at the Curve which is a shame as it spoils the enjoyment of the shows More

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Saw an evening performance of a musical here which was great. The theatre was rather hot when we arrived but once the stage lights came on, so did the air conditioning which made it much more comfortable. Seats were comfortable and each had arm rests that were big enough for two arms! What a luxury to not have to bang... More

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See 10 more reviews by SnackyCracky for Leicester
Leicester
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Well I enjoyed the show, that was 5 stars, as for the place, hmmmm, well I don't like cheap nasty modern buildings and that is exactly what the place is. It is called the curve, its curved front is made of many short bits of FLAT GLASS, no proper curver here and then I think of 1930's Art Deco buidings... More

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