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Explore the theatre

Peep into dressing rooms. Watch a voice class. Find out how props are made. Meet the people behind the scenes. Learn about auditions. Go anywhere you choose or take a guided tour with Nicholas Hytner, or Simon Russell Beale and Hayley Atwell.

The map is a video rich interactive with over 300 films. Open up the window below and explore the National Theatre.

Your Visit

  • Getting Here

    getting here

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

  • First Time Visitor

    First time visitors frequently asked questions, image of audience

    FAQs from people who have not been to the National Theatre before

  • Food and Drink

    Image of fruit, cheese and cured meats

    Restaurants, Cafes and Bars at the National Theatre

  • Backstage Tours

    People on a Backstage Tour

    Behind the scenes tours, up to six times a day

  • Front of House

    Image of person interacting with the Big Wall

    Free exhibitions and music, interactive Big Wall, spacious foyers