Today we went to the British Museum and visited the two special exhibitions Afghanistan: crossroads of the world and Treasure of Heaven. We thoroughly enjoyed them both. The Afghanistan exhibition is packed and has alot of details and follows the history of the country up until present day. Fascinating and beautiful. it closes on 17th March and moves to America so nice to have got the chance to see it.
Treasures of Heaven cleverly used the dome like Round reading room to create a cathedral like space. For once there was lots of room to walk around and plenty of benches to sit. It was very pretty and informative especially when some of the relics will be next revealed to the public (Germany 2012 anyone?) It was all so lovingly created and beautifully presented. Shop left alot to be desired, not much selection.
We then went to see The 39 steps which is a loving pastiche of the Alfred Hitchcock movie. Using minimum set and a cast of four they have reproduced the film really well! Olivia and I realised that we know the film a little too well and can quote it! We were also lucky enough sit next to a group of kids who really enjoyed themselves and got in to the spirit of things. So much fun! It is the only play so far I want to see again.
Facilities: The toilets were ok but we didn't make the bar however they did leave the merchandise shop open after the show so I could buy the book and the DVD of the film.
Update: The 39 Steps is at the Criterion Theatre which is a beautiful Art Deco theatre. If you get the chance go to the bar on the Grand Circle go as it is truly beautiful, all stained glass and tiles.
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