Numerous institutions are opening their virtual doors to the public for you to make your home feel a little bit bigger. To ensure your tedium is temporary here are some of the resources you can access (for free!) to fill your days with some excitement and help you handle the next few weeks in isolation.
Go to the theatre
If you’re hoping for a show, the internet comes bearing gifts. Sadler’s Wells has lit up their Digital Stage for the time being, providing live streams for free. The National Theatre has also stepped up to deliver their world class performances to your screens from 2nd April. If the opera is more your speed, the Met is also streaming some of their performances for free and yes, they’re available to watch in the UK. Just order a takeaway and you’ll have dinner and a show.
For live streams with Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage, click here
For performances from the National Theatre, click here
For opera from the Metropolitan Opera, click here
Visit an exhibition
Culture is really coming through for the art lovers and history buffs stuck at home. From the British Museum in London, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and the Uffizi Gallery in Florence; some of the world’s greatest institutions have gone virtual so you can explore their collections. With offerings from São Paulo, Barcelona and Paris, you can become a globetrotting art connoisseur in the comfort of your home.
For virtual gallery and museum tours, click your favourite institution:
Learn something new
It’s always great to learn something new and this government-enforced holiday is as good as time as any to get started. If you want to get to grips with a specific topic, try building a website or complete a course with a prestigious university, the
opportunities are endless.
To learn to code with the Free Code Camp, click here