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Music at the National Theatre (Overview)

Music at the National Theatre (Overview)

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Period, place and mood can all be established through the use of music in a production. Matthew Scott, Head of Music at the National, thinks that the ability of music to suspend time is particularly useful to creative teams.

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Your Visit

  • Getting Here

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    Your guide to getting to the National Theatre on the South Bank

  • First Time Visitor

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    Free exhibitions and music, interactive Big Wall, spacious foyers