The National Theatre has an international reputation for its award-winning shows. Three theatres present new writing, classics, comedies and musicals. Discover more at one of the Platforms. Enjoy Backstage Tours, free exhibitions, live foyer music and browse the bookshop. Get your hands on £10 Travelex tickets and check out Entry Pass, a membership scheme offering £5 tickets for 15-19s.
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![[Image] The Habit of Art](/images/event/habitmin.jpg)
5 Nov 09 - 21 Sep 10
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Alan Bennett's new production at National Theatre
A new play by Alan Bennett, with Richard Griffiths, Alex Jennings and Frances de la Tour, directed by Nicholas Hytner. More Info
A new play by Alan Bennett, with Richard Griffiths, Alex Jennings and Frances de la Tour, directed by Nicholas Hytner. More Info
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![[Image] Back Stage Tours](/images/event/backstag.jpg)
1 Jan 10 - 1 Jan 11
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Get exclusive access to unseen parts of the building at the National Theatre
Go backstage at Britain's largest theatre complex and discover the secrets behind bringing productions to the stage. More Info
Go backstage at Britain's largest theatre complex and discover the secrets behind bringing productions to the stage. More Info
![[Image] Welcome to Thebes](/images/event/welcomet.jpg)
15 Jun - 18 Aug 10
National Theatre
Inspired by ancient myth, Moira Buffini’s play is a passionate exploration of an encounter between the world’s richest and poorest countries. More info
![[Image] Square2 2010](/images/event/127305238711.jpg)
23 Jun - 8 Aug 10
National Theatre
International theatre outdoors at National Theatre
A programme of international theatre in an outdoor theatre space located on the riverside next to the National Theatre's Stage Door.
A programme of international theatre in an outdoor theatre space located on the riverside next to the National Theatre's Stage Door.
![[Image] Watch This Space Festival 2010](/images/event/WTSmim.jpg)
25 Jun - 26 Sep 10
National Theatre
A free summer festival outside National Theatre
Watch This Space Festival is a free summer festival of outdoor entertainment which runs from July through to September. More info
Watch This Space Festival is a free summer festival of outdoor entertainment which runs from July through to September. More info
![[Image] Infinite Variety](/images/event/infinite.jpg)
1 Jul - 15 Aug 10
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A celebration of age at National Theatre
Curated by the actress Harriet Walter, this exhibition celebrates the beauty of the ageing female face. More info
Curated by the actress Harriet Walter, this exhibition celebrates the beauty of the ageing female face. More info
![[Image] Press Photographer of the Year 2010](/images/event/127305206255.jpg)
12 Jul - 12 Sep 10
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A showcase of UK media photography at National Theatre
The only competition that showcases the outstanding photography commissioned for and used in the UK media. More info
The only competition that showcases the outstanding photography commissioned for and used in the UK media. More info
![[Image] Danton's Death](/images/event/dantonsd.jpg)
15 Jul - 22 Aug 10
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A political tragedy at National Theatre
Howard Brenton captures Büchner’s exhilarating energy as Danton struggles to avoid his inexorable fall. More info
Howard Brenton captures Büchner’s exhilarating energy as Danton struggles to avoid his inexorable fall. More info
![[Image] Theatreworks Short Season](/images/event/theatrew.jpg)
21 Jul - 18 Aug 10
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Training sessions at National Theatre
This summer, Theatreworks are running a series of 3 fun and challenging early-evening training sessions offering personal and professional development for those who wish to communicate with confidence. Sessions will be on 21 July, 4 Aug and 18 Aug. More info
This summer, Theatreworks are running a series of 3 fun and challenging early-evening training sessions offering personal and professional development for those who wish to communicate with confidence. Sessions will be on 21 July, 4 Aug and 18 Aug. More info
![[Image] Earthquakes in London](/images/event/earthqua.jpg)
28 Jul - 21 Aug 10
National Theatre
A co-production with Headlong Theatre at National Theatre
Mike Bartlett’s epic rollercoaster of a play from 1968 to 2525 and back again. More info
Mike Bartlett’s epic rollercoaster of a play from 1968 to 2525 and back again. More info
![[Image] Blood and Gifts](/images/event/bloodand.jpg)
7 Sep - 2 Nov 10
National Theatre
A new play by J T Rogers at the National Theate
Blood and Gifts is an epic political thriller that sweeps from refugee camps to the corridors of power in Washington DC. More info
Blood and Gifts is an epic political thriller that sweeps from refugee camps to the corridors of power in Washington DC. More info
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