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Frankenstein | National Theatre
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National Theatre to stream ‘Frankenstein’ & ‘Antony and Cleopatra’
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‘Master Harold’… And The Boys
Tony Award-winning playwright Athol Fugard’s semi-autobiographical and blistering masterwork explores the nature of friendship, and the ways people are capable of hurting even those they love. ‘Master Harold’… And The Boys is booking until 16 December 2019 at the National Theatre, London. WHAT’S THE STORY? 1950. Apartheid South Africa. St George’s Park Tea Room, Port Elizabeth, 1950. On a long rainy afternoon, employees Sam and Willie practise their steps for the finals of the ballroom dancing championship. Hally arrives from school to hide out in his parents’ tea room. These two men have been unlikely best friends to Hally his …
Lindsay Duncan and Alex Jennings in ‘Hansard’: photos
Lindsay Duncan and Alex Jennings star in a comic yet devastating portrait of the governing class,
Hadestown – Review Round-Up
A review round-up for the highly anticipated National Theatre production of Hadestown
Ralph Fiennes & Sophie Okonedo in Antony & Cleopatra
Simon Godwin’s production runs until 19 January 2019 at the National Theatre
Sam Mendes’ The Lehman Trilogy – photos!
First look at Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles in The Lehman Trilogy
Katherine Parkinson in Home, I’m Darling
The IT Crowd & Humans actress stuns in this unsettling new comedy
Translations at the National Theatre
Colin Morgan & Ciarán Hinds star in Brian Friel’s modern classic – review round-up
Julie at the National Theatre – Review Round-Up
Vanessa Kirby shines but Carrie Cracknell’s Julie opens to mixed reviews
Saint George and the Dragon at the Olivier Theatre, National
Saint George and the Dragon at the National Theatre
Michelle Dockery to star with Bryan Cranston in Network at the National Theatre
Downton’s Michelle Dockery returns to the stage in Network
In rehearsal – Follies at the National
Tracie Bennett, Janie Dee and Imelda Staunton play the magnificent Follies
Common at the National Theatre
Award-winning playwright Lindsey Ferrentino makes her UK debut with Ugly Lies the Bone at the National Theatre
Reviews round-up: Twelfth Night starring Tamsin Greig
Tamsin Greig brings dazzling comic brio to a gender-bending production at the National
Lost Without Words at the Dorfman – National Theatre
Lost Without Words – a theatrical experiment at the National Theatre
Ugly Lies the Bone at the National Theatre
Award-winning playwright Lindsey Ferrentino makes her UK debut with Ugly Lies the Bone at the National Theatre
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to close in the West End
The final performance will be in June 2017
Imelda Staunton and Janie Dee to star in Follies at the National
Dominic Cooke directs at the National
Peter Pan at the National Theatre
JM Barrie’s much-loved Peter Pan takes flight at the National Theatre.
Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour
The award-winning production of Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour comes to the National Theatre.
Ivanov – Young Chekhov Season
Ivanov – Exploring the birth of a revolutionary dramatic voice, the Young Chekhov Trilogy comes to the National Theatre
The Seagull – Young Chekhov Season
The Seagull – Exploring the birth of a revolutionary dramatic voice, the Young Chekhov Trilogy comes to the National Theatre
Platonov – Young Chekhov Season
Platonov – Exploring the birth of a revolutionary dramatic voice, the Young Chekhov Trilogy comes to the National Theatre
National Theatre to broadcast The Threepenny Opera live to cinemas
The Threepenny Opera will be broadcast live to cinemas on 22 September 2016
NT to live broadcast The Deep Blue Sea in cinemas
The Deep Blue Sea is broadcast live from the Lyttelton Theatre on 1 September 2016
Cinema screening: The Deep Blue Sea
The Deep Blue Sea is broadcast from the Lyttelton Theatre on 1 September 2016.
Nathan Lane joins cast of Angels in America
The cast joining Andrew Garfield, Denise Gough and Russell Tovey have been confirmed
The Threepenny Opera at the National Theatre.
The Threepenny Opera comes to the National Theatre in a bold new production directed by Rufus Norris.
The Plough and the Stars at the National Theatre
Irish writer Sean O’Casey’s greatest play The Plough and the Stars at the National Theatre.
Jessica Brown Findlay nominated for 2015 Ian Charleson Awards.
The awards will be announced on 24 June 2016 at the National Theatre.
In rehearsal: The Suicide starring Javone Prince
Ahead of its opening next month, the National Theatre have released rehearsal images of satirical play The Suicide.
Thirteen Top London Theatre Shows for Kids
London’s West End theatre has an amazing selection of shows for children of all ages
Helen McCrory dives into the Deep Blue Sea.
Helen McCrory takes on Terence Rattigan’s The Deep Blue Sea.
Reviews round-up: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at the National Theatre
Dominic Cooke’s lively production is revelatory.
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at the National Theatre
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom starring Sharon D Clarke at the National Theatre.
People, Places and Things is to transfer to the Wyndham’s Theatre
Duncan Macmillan’s acclaimed new play People, Places and Things transfers to the West End
War Horse announces West End closing date
Epic WW1 drama War Horse announces final performance as 12 March 2016.
Three Days in the Country at the National Theatre
A reviews round-up for Three Days in the Country at the National Theatre
Photos: Three Days in the Country at the National Theatre
Official production images of Three Days in the Country at the National Theatre.
Reviews: Three Days in the Country at the National Theatre
A reviews round-up for Three Days in the Country at the National Theatre
Cinema screening: Coriolanus
National Theatre Live’s 2014 broadcast of the Donmar Warehouse’s production of Coriolanus returns to cinemas by popular demand.
Cinema screening: As You Like It
Shakespeare’s comedy of love and change, As You Like It, is broadcast live to the UK on 25 February 2016.
Cinema screening: The Beaux’ Stratagem
The Beaux’ Stratagem will be broadcast live to the UK and Europe on 3 September 2015
National Theatre – new season July 2015 – January 2016
The National Theatre has announced details of its new season running from July 2015 until January 2016
Pinocchio at the National theatre
A musical version of Disney’s Pinocchio comes to life at the National theatre
Pinocchio comes to life at the National
A musical version of Disney’s Pinocchio comes to Life at the National theatre
Photos: Cast change for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
First Look at the new cast of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud theatre
Susannah Fielding wins 2014 Ian Charleson award
Susannah Fielding has won this year’s Ian Charleson award for outstanding performance in a classical role by an actor under the age of 30.
Reviews: The Motherf**cker with the Hat at the National Theatre
A reviews round-up for The Motherf**cker with the Hat at the National Theatre
The Motherf**cker with the Hat at the National Theatre
The Motherfucker with the Hat at the National Theatre
Reviews: The Beaux’ Stratagem at the National Theatre
A reviews round-up for Simon Godwin’s production of George Farquhar’s final play The Beaux’ Stratagem at the National Theatre.
The Beaux’ Stratagem at the National Theatre
The Beaux’ Stratagem starring Samuel Barnett and Esh Alladi at the National Theatre.
Tickets on sale for Damon Albarn’s Wonder.Land
Tickets for Damon Albarn’s brand new musical wonder.land are now on sale
Reviews: Rules for Living at the National Theatre
A reviews round-up for Sam Holcroft’s new play Rules for Living at the National Theatre.
Production photos of Stephen Mangan and the cast of Rules For Living at the National Theatre
Production photos of Stephen Managan and the cast of Rules For Living at the National Theatre
Cinema screening: Hamlet
Hamlet starring Benedict Cumberbatch is broadcast live from the Barbican Theatre on 15 October 2015.
Cinema screening: The Hard Problem
Tom Stoppard’s new play The Hard Problem is broadcast live from the National Theatre on 16 April 2015
Cinema screening: Everyman
Everyman starring Chiwetel Ejiofor broadcast live from the National Theatre on 16 July 2015.
Cinema screening: Man and Superman
Man and Superman broadcast live from the National Theatre on 14 May 2015, with an encore on 25 May 2015
Cinema screening: A View From The Bridge
The Young Vic’s acclaimed production of Arthur Miller’s classic drama A View From The Bridge broadcast live from London’s West End by National Theatre Live on 26 March.
National Theatre – Spring Season 2015
The National Theatre has announced details of it new season for Spring 2015 including Chiwetel Ejiofor in Everyman and Caryl Churchill’s Light Shining in Buckinghamshire.
National Theatre – Lyttelton Theatre London
National Theatre – Lyttelton Theatre, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX
National Theatre – Olivier Theatre London
National Theatre – Olivier Theatre, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX
Rules for Living at the National Theatre
Sam Holcroft’s new play Rules for Living at the National Theatre directed by Marianne Elliott.
Man and Superman at the National Theatre
Ralph Fiennes stars in Bernard Shaw’s Man and Superman at the National Theatre
The Hard Problem at the National Theatre
Tom Stoppard’s new play The Hard Problem at the National Theatre’s Dorfman Theatre.
Dara at the National Theatre
DARA in the Lyttelton Theatre is adapted by Tanya Ronder from Shahid Nadeem’s play.
National Theatre – Winter Season 2015
The National Theatre has announced details of its new season for Winter 2014 and 2015 including Arthur Darvill in Treasure Island and Ralph Fiennes in Man and Superman.
Cinema screening: DV8 Physical Theatre present JOHN
Robert Louis Stevenson’s thrilling story is brought to life by the National Theatre this Christmas
Cinema screening: Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson’s thrilling story is brought to life by the National Theatre.
Behind the Beautiful Forevers at the National Theatre
David Hare brings his new play Behind the Beautiful Forevers to the National Theatre, based on the book by Katherine Boo.
JOHN at the National Theatre
New verbatim dance-theatre work JOHN at the National Theatre by DV8 Physical Theatre’s Lloyd Newson.
Here Lies Love at the National Theatre
The hit New York musical Here Lies Love about Imelda Marcos comes to London’s National Theatre with music by David Byrne and Fatboy Slim.
National Theatre – Dorfman Theatre London
National Theatre – Dorfman Theatre, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX
James III: The True Mirror at the National Theatre
James II: Day of The Innocents
by Rona Munro at the National Theatre
James II: Day of The Innocents at the National Theatre
James II: Day of The Innocents
by Rona Munro at the National Theatre
Ballyturk at the National Theatre
Ballyturk by Enda Walsh starring Cillian Murphy and Stephen Rea at the National Theatre
James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock at the National Theatre
James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock at the National Theatre
3 Winters at the National Theatre
Howard Davies directs new play 3 Winters at the National Theatre about an eclectic family set against a country in turmoil.
Casting announced for Richard Bean’s Great Britain at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Lucy Punch to star in Richard Bean’s Great Britain at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
Treasure Island at the National Theatre
Classic tale Treasure Island comes to the National Theatre this Winter.
Reviews of Medea at the National Theatre
Reviews round-up for Medea at the National Theatre starring Helen McCrory
Photos of Medea at the National Theatre starring Helen McCrory
Production photos of Medea at the National Theatre starring Helen McCrory
Great Britain at the National Theatre
Richard Bean’s topical new satire Great Britain at the National Theatre
A Small Family Business at the National Theatre
Nigel Lindsay stars in Alan Ayckbourn’s comedy A Small Family Business at the National Theatre.
Hotel at the National Theatre
Polly Stenham (That Face) bringer her gripping new drama to the National Theatre’s Temporary Space.
Medea at the National Theatre
Helen McCrory stars as Medea in this new production of Euripides’ tragedy directed by award-winning Carrie Cracknell
Great Britain at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
Richard Bean’s hilarious, biting satire Great Britain transfers to the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
Richard Bean’s Great Britain to transfer to Theatre Royal Haymarket
Richard Bean’s controversial satire Great Britain is to transfer into the West End’s Theatre Royal Haymarket.
Photos: Great Britain at the National Theatre starring Billie Piper
Production photos of Great Britain at the National Theatre starring Billie Piper.
Reviews of Great Britain at the National Theatre
Reviews round-up of Great Britain at the National Theatre starring Billie Piper.
New Richard Bean play Great Britain goes on sale at National Theatre
Richard Bean’s controversial new play Great Britain to open at the National Theatre next week, starring Billie Piper.
National Theatre Platforms: Polly Stenham talks Hotel
Playwright Polly Stenham to discuss her new National Theatre play Hotel.
The Elephantom at the New London Theatre
The National Theatre’s hit show The Elephantom is great fun for all the family.
National Theatre’s Shed to stay until 2017
Lambeth Council has approved the National Theatre’s planning application to extend the opening of its Shed venue.
NATIONAL THEATRE: Platform talks confirmed for 2014
The National Theatre has confirmed its forthcoming series of Platforms talks for 2014.
The eclectic programme of talks, discussions and interviews includes writers Alan Ayckbourn, Alan Bennett and Enda Walsh ; directors Sam Mendes, Carrie Cracknell and Neil Bartlett ; and actors Kenneth Cranham and Michael Palin .
GRAHAM BUTLER in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
GRAHAM BUTLER in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME: Casting Update
The National Theatre has announced a new cast for its production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
National Theatre new season announced 2014 – 2015
Nicholas Hytner has announced his last season as Artistic Director at the National Theatre.
Cinema screening: Medea starring Helen McCrory
Helen McCrory (The Last of the Haussmans) takes the lead role in Euripides’ tragedy Medea – at the National Theatre this Autumn.
Photos: A Taste of Honey at the National Theatre starring Lesley Sharp
Production photos of A Taste of Honey at the National Theatre starring Lesley Sharp
A Taste Of Honey at the National Theatre starring Lesley Sharp
Shelagh Delaney’s modern classic is revived at the National Theatre starring Lesley Sharp and Kate O’Flynn.
Emil and The Detectives at the National Theatre
The National Theatre’s adaptation of Erich Kästner’s classic children’s adventure story Emil and The Detectives.
National Theatre – Olivier, Lyttelton and Dorfman Theatres
National Theatre, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX
Cinema screening: A Small Family Business by Alan Ayckbourn
Alan Ayckbourn returns to the National Theatre with his comedy A Small Family Business.
Rehearsal Photos: A Taste of Honey at the National Theatre starring Lesley Sharp
Rehearsal photos of A Taste of Honey at the National Theatre starring Lesley Sharp.
Photos: King Lear starring Simon Russell-Beale at the National Theatre
Production photos of King Lear starring Simon Russell-Beale at the National Theatre
The Killing’s Sarah Lund makes West End Theatre debut
The star of Scandi detective drama The Killing is to make her West End stage debut.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to move from the Apollo to Gielgud Theatre
The National Theatre’s hit play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is to move to the Gielgud Theatre following the roof collapse of the Apollo Theatre.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at the Gielgud Theatre
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, based on Mark Haddon’s novel and directed by Marianne Elliott (War Horse).
SOLT makes statement over Apollo Theatre roof collapse
The Society of London Theatre has made a statement regarding the collapse of the roof at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue.
Cinema screening: King Lear starring Simon Russell Beale
Academy Award winner Sam Mendes directs Simon Russell Beale as King Lear in this highly anticipated production of Shakespeare’s tragedy.