Behind the Curtain: An Insider’s Look at London Theatre

January 23 – 31, 2027

With Sarah Ream

January 23 – 31, 2027

Starting from

$10,499

Tour London’s world-renowned theater district and attend live performances.

Led by Sarah Ream, an accomplished stage director and former director at the UK’s National Theatre, discover the magic of live London theater, attending a minimum of six major productions throughout the week. Past programs have featured future Tony Award-winning Broadway transfers and acclaimed performances from award-winning actors such as Ralph Fiennes and Rosamund Pike.

After each evening performance, join Sarah the next morning for an illuminating discussion of what you just experienced, and gain a deeper appreciation for the art of the stage in the city of Shakespeare.

Along the way, meet with a renowned theater critic and other distinguished guests, including the talented directors, producers, and actors who will reveal secrets of the craft. Enjoy matinee performances, with free time to explore London at leisure.

Highlights

Go behind the scenes in London’s theater scene with an insider, Sarah Ream, a formerly London-based theater director and National Theatre staff director.
Attend a minimum of six plays throughout the week, ranging from classics to new works, representing the best of London theater in 2027.
Join morning group discussions led by Sarah Ream to deepen your understanding and appreciation of each performance from the night before.
Meet the talent behind the productions, who will reveal exclusive insights into the creative process.
Explore London’s many cultural offerings with a mix of afternoon free time and structured activities such as group dinners, theater matinees, and behind-the-scenes tours.
Learn from guest speaker Matt Wolff, the International New York Times theater critic, and other distinguished guests, who will join us for exclusive events and meals.

Lecturer

Sarah Ream

Lecturer

Sarah Ream’s background in drama includes work as a theatre director and teacher for years in the United States and United Kingdom, ranging from her role as Associate Director at San Francisco’s American Conservatory theatre to Staff Director at Britain’s National Theatre. In New York, she worked in casting at the Public Theatre and directed Off-Broadway and with Juilliard’s opera students before founding her own theatre group, the Compass Theatre. She is emerita Chair of the Theatre and Dance department at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire, where she taught for 24 years. Today, Sarah is delighted to be sharing her passion for drama with this group.