1 Read the texts and match them with the questions. brinisd 2012 mere Britain is a nation of drama-lovers and in the land that brought us Shake-
speare, you'll never be far from some of the best theatres in the world.
1) London is home not only to the world-famous Royal Opera House, but
also to Sadler's Wells Theatre, the place of dance in the UK where you
can catch everything from flamenco to hip hop.
2) If you like Shakespeare's plays, go straight to the re-creation of Shake-
speare's Elizabethan Globe Theatre on the south bank of the River
Thames. Supir 10 Vesna
3) The Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester is known for first-rate clas-
sic and modern productions. This theatre has a reputation as a centre of
excellent drama.
4) Glasgow Citizen Theatre is the birthplace of theatrical action and is
home to the Scottish Opera, the Scottish Ballet and the National Theatre
of Scotland.
5) If you're in Cardiff, a visit to the Wales Millennium Centre is a must. It
hosts everything from musicals to ballet and modern dance in a high-tech
building that's worth a look in itself. If you don't have time for a show,
pop in for a backstage tour or a drink in the bar. Free concerts are held
daily in the foyer.
Which of the theatres is associated with...
a) concerts you can attend for free?
b) different dance styles?
c) the name of the greatest of the English playwrights?
d) the birth of Scottish theatre?
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