Trivia On London Theatre

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team

The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Thames

Thames

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 2572 | Total Attempts: 9,424,446

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 105 | Updated: Mar 16, 2022

Settings

Questions

Feedback

During the Quiz End of Quiz

Difficulty

Sequential Easy First Hard First

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Share on Pinterest Share on Email Copy to Clipboard Embed on your website

1/15

The musical "Oliver!" is based on a book by which English author?
- Charlotte Bronte
- Charles Dickens
- Thomas Hardy
- Ted Hughes

About This Quiz

Do you know enough about London Theature? Take this quiz and find out!

Questions and Answers

2.

The musical "Oliver!" is based on a book by which English author?
- Charlotte Bronte
- Charles Dickens
- Thomas Hardy
- Ted Hughes
Correct Answer
A. Charles Dickens
3.

The lead roles in the 2009 revival of "Oliver!" were chosen on which BBC show?
- Oom Pah Pah
- Consider Yourself
- Food Glorious Food
- I'd Do Anything
Correct Answer
A. I'd Do Anything
4.

Which West End musical tells the story of a boy who loves ballet?
- Jersey Boys
- Billy Elliot
- Miss Saigon
- Blood Brothers
Correct Answer
A. Billy Elliot
5.

In which decade is the musical "Billy Elliot" set?
- 1980's
- 1990's
- 2000's
- 1970's
Correct Answer
A. 1980's
6.

Which West End musical is set against the background of the 1984-85 miners' strike?
- Billy Elliot
- Carrie's War
- A Little Night Music
- Mamma Mia!
Correct Answer
A. Billy Elliot
7.

In which region of the U.K. is the musical "Billy Elliot" set?
- Southeast England
- Scotland
- Wales
- Northeast England
Correct Answer
A. Northeast England
8.

Which city is the musical "The Producers" set in?
- New York
- Paris
- Berlin
- Sydney
Correct Answer
A. New York
9.

Mr. and Mrs. Banks are characters in which musical?
- Les Miserables
- The Lion King
- Mary Poppins
- Chicago
Correct Answer
A. Mary Poppins
10.

In the musical version of "Mary Poppins", what is Bert's main profession?
- Chimney Sweep
- Bus Driver
- Radio Presenter
- Dairy Farmer
Correct Answer
A. Chimney Sweep
11.

What are the names of the two children in "Mary Poppins: The Musical"?
- Jordan And Michaela
- Jane And Michael
- Jay And Mary
- Janet And Marlon
Correct Answer
A. Jane And Michael
12.

Which musical features the song "Let's Go Fly a Kite"?
- Oliver!
- Mary Poppins
- Evita
- Peter Pan
Correct Answer
A. Mary Poppins
13.

The London production of "The 39 Steps" is based on a film by which director?
- Stephen Spielberg
- Stanley Kubrick
- Alfred Hitchcock
- Sam Mendes
Correct Answer
A. Alfred Hitchcock
14.

"The 39 Steps" features a chase on which famous train?
- Flying Scotsman
- Trans-Siberian Express
- Polar Express
- Orient Express
Correct Answer
A. Flying Scotsman
15.

What type of production is "Avenue Q"?
- A Musical
- A Ballet
- A Circus Act
- An Opera
Correct Answer
A. A Musical
16.

Which West End musical features a college graduate called Princeton?
- Shall We Dance?
- Marilyn
- Dirty Dancing
- Avenue Q
Correct Answer
A. Avenue Q

Quiz Review Timeline +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

Current Version
Mar 16, 2022

Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team
May 14, 2015

Quiz Created by
Thames

Trivia On London Theatre

The musical "Oliver!" is based on a book by which English author?

The musical "Oliver!" is based on a book by which English author?

The lead roles in the 2009 revival of "Oliver!" were chosen on which BBC show?

Which West End musical tells the story of a boy who loves ballet?

In which decade is the musical "Billy Elliot" set?

Which West End musical is set against the background of the 1984-85 miners' strike?

In which region of the U.K. is the musical "Billy Elliot" set?

Which city is the musical "The Producers" set in?

Mr. and Mrs. Banks are characters in which musical?

In the musical version of "Mary Poppins", what is Bert's main profession?

What are the names of the two children in "Mary Poppins: The Musical"?

Which musical features the song "Let's Go Fly a Kite"?

The London production of "The 39 Steps" is based on a film by which director?

"The 39 Steps" features a chase on which famous train?

What type of production is "Avenue Q"?

Which West End musical features a college graduate called Princeton?