introducing silvia
Fundraising professional Silvia Melchior is the go-to expert for London’s incredible arts and cultural sector. Silvia’s career has led her to the Donmar Warehouse, the 250-seat, not-for-profit theatre in Covent Garden known for its intimate atmosphere where the audience is always close to the action.
Silvia and her team are responsible for raising money to make sure that the Donmar can continue to make the high-quality productions that the award-winning theatre is known for, while still keeping ticket prices affordable for everyone.
Very much part of the London scene, Silvia’s career has taken her to English National Ballet and the Southbank Centre, as well as the Royal Opera House and Handel House Museum, so she sees London through a theatrical lens, there’s not much that she doesn’t know when it comes to discovering just what to catch on stage each season.
Catch a glimpse of backstage chat at One Aldwych as Silvia catches up with Stephen Mangan, star of Noël Coward’s Private Lives at the Donmar Warehouse.
her experiences
Donmar Supporters' evening
Silvia encourages you to celebrate the joy of performance once more in the West End with an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime theatre experience offering you a glimpse of what it’s like behind the scenes. With an exclusive invitation to a Donmar Supporters' Evening, you are invited to a drinks reception before curtain up, as well as a post-show Q&A with the creative team and an opportunity to meet the cast.
On stage this season is The Human Body starring Keeley Hawes and Jack Davenport.
Seasonal Tips
1. regent's canal
I’m a big fan of the recently redeveloped King’s Cross area: on a nice evening, you can relax by Regent’s Canal sipping a cocktail from the Lighterman and walk all the way to Camden Town as you follow the trail of narrow boats moored along the way.
2. shakespeare's globe
The Globe Theatre offers a unique experience with the original playing conditions of Shakespeare’s theatre. For something really authentic, why not grab a £5 ‘groundling’ ticket and catch some open-air Shakespeare!
On stage this season at the Donmar Warehouse: The Human Body
favourite spots
Seven Dials Market
Offering an incredible variety of world cuisine, this indoor street market has a great vibe and is the perfect spot to pause for a moment.
DONMAR WAREHOUSE
Under the artistic direction of Michael Longhurst, “the Donmar Warehouse is focused on important stories, thrillingly told and widely shared.”
SERPENTINE BOATING
Kick back in a rowboat or pedal boat and gently bob around the picturesque Serpentine.
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE
The world-renowned theatre and cultural landmark is a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse for which William Shakespeare wrote his plays.
SOUTHBANK CENTRE
The UK’s largest arts centre is all about music, performance, art and events with the belief in the power of great art and culture to bring people together.
Curate your stay
Get in touch to talk to our knowledgeable Concierge to create a One Aldwych experience inspired by Silvia that is completely tailored to you. Give us a call on +44 (0)20 730 1000 or drop us an email to tell us more about what you would like to do during your stay.
