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Theatre and the West End

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The West End of London is the heart of British theatre and is so well known for its many theatres that it is sometimes called 'Theatreland'. Crowds visit the West End to see plays, musicals and other shows throughout the year, and it has a worldwide reputation.

One famous West End production is The Mousetrap, a murder mystery play written by Agatha Christie. It has been performed in the West End for many decades, far longer than any other show of its kind, which makes it the longest-running play of its type. So for this topic remember that the West End is nicknamed Theatreland and that The Mousetrap is the long-running murder mystery linked with it.

Memory tip: London's West End = 'Theatreland'; 'The Mousetrap' has run for decades.

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Which long-running murder mystery play has been performed in London's West End for decades?

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  1. 1. Which long-running murder mystery play has been performed in London's West End for decades?

    • Cats
    • Hamlet
    • The Mousetrap
    • The Phantom of the Opera

    Correct answer: The Mousetrap

    The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie has had a record-breaking run in the West End.

  2. 2. London's West End is famous for its theatres and is sometimes called 'Theatreland'.

    • True
    • False

    Correct answer: True

    True. The West End is the centre of London's theatre district.

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