All forthcoming Platforms
An eclectic programme of pre-performance events celebrates all aspects of the arts, offering the chance to learn about the National's work and discover more about theatre in general. Platforms usually start at 6pm, lasting for 45 minutes - there are occasional afternoon events, usually starting at 3pm. Tickets: £4 (£3 concessions) unless otherwise specified.
Book online or call 020 7452 3000.
Transcripts of a selection of past Platforms are available online or to buy. See Transcripts for details.
Platforms
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Jamie Lloyd on She Stoops to Conquer
The director discusses his production of Goldsmith’s comedy
Feb 09 -
Alain de Botton
Philosopher Alain de Botton (a nonbeliever) suggests that rather than mocking religions, agnostics and atheists should steal from them
Feb 13 -
Valentine’s Day Film: It Happened One Night
Free outdoor screening. Projected on to the Flytower, best viewed from the Baylis Terrace, level 2
Feb 14 -
Nicholas Hytner and Nicholas Wright on Travelling Light
The playwright and director discuss this new production
Feb 17 -
Gregory Doran
Shakespeare's Lost Play is the story of RSC Chief Associate Director Gregory Doran's quest to discover and stage a missing masterpiece, Cardenio
Feb 20 -
Antony Sher
The actor, author and artist talks about his career, and his latest role in Travelling Light
Feb 23 -
Sue Johnston
The actress reflects on family relationships in her poignant and funny memoir
Mar 02 -
In Conversation with Steve Pemberton & Sophie Thompson
Steve Pemberton & Sophie Thompson talk about their current roles and careers, and answer questions from the audience.
Mar 05 -
DV8: Can We Talk About This?
Freedom of speech, multiculturalism and Islam; a discussion on DV8’s new production.
Mar 19 -
Serving Up A Laugh
Comic servants spring up in a variety of guises and serve a variety of roles - discussion, readings and clips celebrate this familiar comic figure.
Mar 24 -
Julian Clary
Julian Clary talks about his latest novel, a dark and wickedly witty story of love, obsession and Noël Coward
Mar 26 -
Michael Buffong on Moon on a Rainbow Shawl
The director discusses his production of Errol John's play
Mar 27 -
Michael Grandage
Michael Grandage discusses a new book of photographs of the most memorable productions in his ten years as the Donmar’s Artistic Director.
Apr 13 -
Enda Walsh on Misterman
Enda Walsh discusses his play, fresh from its New York run.
Apr 19 -
Travelling Light: The Film Pioneers
Film historian Christopher Frayling looks at real-life early Hollywood film-makers.
Apr 25 -
The Astaires: Fred and Adele with Ava Astaire & Matthew Bourne
Theatre historian and biographer Kathleen Riley celebrates Fred and Adele Astaire's legacy with Fred’s daughter Ava Astaire McKenzie and choreographer Matthew Bourne.
May 04 -
Lisa D’Amour and Austin Pendleton on Detroit
The playwright and director talk about the production
May 16 -
Esther Freud
Esther Freud’s novel follows a group of young actors from drama school into the world of auditions, agents, touring and red-carpet premieres.
May 21 -
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Orlando Figes
Historian Orlando Figes recounts the true love story of two young Muscovites in Stalin’s Soviet Union.
Jun 07 -
Janet Suzman
In her new book, Janet Suzman looks at some of her iconic roles and questions their impact on today’s audience.
Jun 08
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