The Rep's 2026 London Theatre Tour

DATES: May 15th - May 24, 2026

Trip Leaders: Managing Director Danny Williams and Artistic Director Kate Bergstrom

Join us for a fantastic tour of London's vibrant theatre and cultural scenes! Your tour guide will be The Rep's Managing Director, Danny Williams and The Rep’s Augustin Family Artistic Director, Kate Bergstrom, whose insights and company make the trip a truly unforgettable experience. 

New this year, we’re adding an exciting stop in Bath to our London Theatre Tour itinerary! Alongside the world-class theatre experiences and cultural landmarks of London, we’ll travel to Bath to explore its vibrant arts scene, rich history, and stunning Georgian architecture. This addition offers a new opportunity to experience theatre and culture beyond the capital, making this year’s tour our most dynamic and enriching yet.

The Rep & London Arts Discovery: A Legacy of Exceptional Taste

Since the inception of this tour, The Rep has partnered with London Arts Discovery to create expertly curated theatre journeys across the pond. Drawing on deep local connections and our shared commitment to the dramatic arts, this long-standing collaboration ensures that each tour presents the very best of the British stage. Beyond the performances, London Arts Discovery connects our tour group with artists, journalists, and scholars to deepen our connections with the work we see onstage. This tour will present an itinerary you won’t find elsewhere, dedicated to exceptional productions, lively insights, and uniquely meaningful theatre experiences.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Nine Performances. From classic theatre to the best new plays of the season, enjoy the best of London theatre. Specific shows TBD. Recent favorites have included:
    • Patriots by Peter Morgan, starring Tom Hollander
    • Player Kings, adapted from Shakespeare and starring Sir Ian McKellen
    • A Little Life, helmed by legendary director Ivo Van Hove
    • A View from the Bridge, an American classic starring Dominic West
  • The State We’re In. An in-depth look at the country you are visiting – the politics and the social issues of the day. Since we were last together, are we now living in a very different world? Post-pandemic, post-Brexit, we are joined by a political journalist or media commentator to make sense of it all and to review the important matters of the day.
  • Accommodations and Meals. Our tour will stay at The Montague on the Gardens, a four-star luxury hotel located in the West End, close to Covent Garden and just steps away from the British Museum. With its historic Georgian architecture and handsomely landscaped private gardens, The Montague offers maximum comfort and superior service within easy access of London’s main attractions. Full English breakfast each day is included at The Montague. The tour also includes a welcome lunch on the day of arrival and a farewell dinner on the final day.

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What Your Trip Includes

Click here to view the itinerary and photos from the 2025 trip. 

Accommodations:  

Eight nights at The Montague on the Gardens 

Meals: 

  • Full English breakfast daily 
  • 3 Meals (Welcome Lunch, Farewell Dinner, plus one other) 

Performances:  

Eight plays in London (selections of plays and theatres will be made by the tour leaders at a later date). 

Discussions: 

  • Tour Briefing with London Arts Tour Leaders 
  • Political Discussion 
  • National Portrait Gallery Introduction 
  • Two post-performance discussions with company members 
  • Noel Coward Lecture 

Other Activities:  

  • Visit to National Portrait Gallery 
  • Visit to Welford Park 
  • Visit to Richmond 
  • Visit to Richmond 
  • Pre-tour Gathering in St. Louis to meet other travelers, hear about the itinerary, and make final plans for our London voyage!

Critical Round-up: 

Discussion with one of London’s leading theatre critics. 

Transportation: 

Coach transportation is provided for excursions, and for all performances and events not within easy walking distance of the hotel.   

*Please note: activities may vary from year to year based on availability and scheduling.

Donation:

Each traveler’s fee includes a tax-deductible contribution of $1,500. Spotlight Society members receive a reduced contribution amount of $750.

Exclusions

Air Travel: 

This is a land-only tour. Air travel to London is not included. Because we do not lock you into a predetermined flight schedule, you can arrive in London early, stay longer, or create whatever travel itinerary you wish. Please see the enclosed Travel Information page before booking your air travel.  

Meals: 

Only meals that are included in the trip are listed above. There are many good restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. Suggestions will be given at the briefing. 

Terms & Conditions

Group Size:  A minimum of 20 and a maximum of 35 travelers. London Arts reserves the right not to operate any tour for which there are insufficient bookings. Full payment, including deposit, will be refunded. 

Donation: A $500 donation to The Rep is required as part of the total trip fees. This amount is reduced to $250 for spotlight donors.

Cancellation: All notices of cancellation must be received in writing. The following cancellation charges will apply: 

  • Cancellation prior to March 1, 2026, full amount refunded.
  • Cancellation after March 1, 2026, 100% of the tour cost forfeited

Insurance: Insurance is not included, but The Rep highly recommends travelers purchase their own travel insurance.

Activity Level: The Rep’s London Theatre Tour is an enriching and engaging cultural experience. Participants should anticipate a moderate level of physical activity throughout the trip. Our itinerary includes walking tours, museum visits, and travel by foot to and from theatres, restaurants, and historic sites, often across uneven pavement or cobblestone streets. While there is some scheduled leisure time, most days feature multiple events and performances, with some evenings running late.

Travelers should be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods and navigating stairs when elevators are unavailable. This experience is best suited for individuals in good health who feel confident participating in a busy, urban, theatre-focused itinerary.

We are committed to making this trip as accessible as possible. If you have mobility considerations or would like to discuss any specific accessibility accommodations, please reach out to us. We are more than happy to talk through options and provide additional guidance.

Documents Required: Valid passport for United States citizens; passport must be valid for entire duration of planned stay in United Kingdom. (Note: if you plan to travel beyond the UK, passport must be valid for at least three months after your intended departure date from the EU.

Liabilities: London Arts (LAD) undertakes to exercise all due diligence to ensure arrangements booked are provided in accordance with the agreed itinerary. Since arrangements involve independent parties not employed by nor under the control of LAD, no responsibility for and no liability for any loss, damage, or injury caused by events such as (but not limited to) strikes, industrial action, government quarantine, or other public health action, natural disasters, fire, flood, technical, weather problems affecting transport, cancellation of performances, performances/cast changes or similar events beyond their control. Any event included in the itinerary is not held, for whatever reason, LAD endeavors to arrange a comparable alternative. The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis acts solely as an agent for London Arts in the booking of this tour. 

Governing Law: The terms and conditions as stated herein are subject to English Law.