London is the home of theatre. From Shakespeare at the Globe to contemporary plays at world-renowned venues, no trip to the UK capital is complete without watching some of our most elite actors take to the stage. There are comedies, tragedies, fantasies, farces, children's favourites and a whole host of other genres to enjoy. Quite literally there is something for every mood and liking - and every age too.

Watching a play unfold on stage is an exciting experience. The actors bring their story lines alive. They draw you into a world in which anything can and normally does happen. Even if you're familiar with a play, you've no guarantee that a few unexpected twists won't find their way into this retelling of the story. It's what makes stage plays so watchable.