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Must-see Musicals
Ready to get back to the theater and enjoy some toe-tapping show tunes? Whether you're a Londoner or just visiting the capital for a day, you're sure to find a good night out from our selection of must-see musicals. Book your tickets in advance to catch the hottest shows!
●TINA- The Tina Turner Musical
From humble （卑微的） beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into global Queen of Rock n' Roll, Tina Turner didn't just break the rules, she rewrote them. This new stage musical reveals the story of a woman who dared to defy （蔑视） the bounds of her age, gender and race. TINA-The Tina Turner Musical is written by Oliver Award-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by Phyllida Lloyd.
Performance times: Monday 7 pm; From June 3, 2021 until June 26, 2022
Venue: Aldwych Theater, 49 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4DF
●The Lion King
Taking the famous story of Simba and his ascension to （登上） king, the stage show is a one-way ticket to Pride Lands. With fascinating scenery drawing you in, you'll almost feel like you're part of the action as you journey through Simba's world. To bring The Lion King to life, the show's original director, Julie Taymor, combined live performers and creative props （ 道具）. Creating a visual feast that's since redefined how musicals could and should look, The Lion King really is an all singing, all-dancing affair.
Performance times: Tuesday—Saturday 7: 30 pm; From June 1, 2021 until April 3, 2022
Venue: Lyceuwm Theater, 21 Wellington Street, London WC2E 7RQ
●The Prince of Egypt
Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as two young men, raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, but the other must rise up and free his true people; both face a destiny that will change history forever.
With a huge cast and orchestra of almost 60 artists, this “truly phenomenal （ 非凡的） production” is based on the classic Dream Works Animation film and features the international best-selling, Academy Award-winning song When You Believe.
Performance times: Monday—Saturday 7: 30 pm; From July 1, 2021 until January 8, 2022
Venue: Dominion Theater, 268—269 Tottenham Court Rd, Fitzrovia, London W1T 7AQ
21. Who is the author of TINA—The Tina Turner Musical?
A. Oliver Award. B. Katori Hall. C. Phyllida Lloyd. D. Tina Turner.
22. What is special for The Lion King?
A. It is written by a famous director. B. It reveals a conflict between two brothers.
C. It offers a lifelike feast for eyes. D. It shows the importance of protecting lions.
23. If you prefer the song When You Believe, which theater should you go to?
A. Dominion Theater. B. Lyceuwm Theater.
C. Aldwych Theater. D. Egypt Theater.
