theatre crawl

Adam and I did a quick trip to London this week... Tuesday to Thursday morning. A mere 48 hours. But you'd be surprised how much you can get done in 48 hours when you arm yourself with a Tube ticket, a bottle of water, and some money.

We saw the cutest little kids on our way to our awful hotel.

Hello, cutie little British children. I just want to pinch your cheeks.


We saw Billy Elliot at the Victoia Palace Theatre. The main actor couldn't have been more than 10 or 12 and he was just amazing. He could sing, he could dance up a storm, and he had such a stage presence.


The next day we wandered down Portobello Road and contemplated buying a big leather trunk. But, I don't think EasyJet would have let it count as our carry-on. So, sadly, it is still on Portobello Road. However, we did buy a cupcake. Not really a replacement for an awesome piece of furniture, but it does soothe the soul. And the bakery was just the cutest.





Then it was on to Shakepeare's Globe Theatre for Romeo and Juliet. More from Adam on that later.



That evening we grabbed one last show. We saw Waiting for Godot with Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan. They were captivating. It was thrilling to be that close to big famous people. Adam stifled his desire to wave. I was very proud of him.


I can't say that I really understood the play. But, I'm not sure you're supposed to. In my opinion, it is purposefully vague. You know, so you can make your own interpretations. I confess, we pulled it up on Sparknotes when we got home.


I am definitely going to miss the incredibly cheap European travel when we return to CA. EasyJet, will you please have $50 tickets to London from LA??