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Welcome to the National Theatre
On the South Bank of the Thames, in London, the National Theatre presents up to 25 new shows a year. There are three theatres, a learning centre, theatre tours, restaurants, a riverside bar and a bookshop.
Our productions also play in the West End and on tour. We broadcast to cinemas worldwide through National Theatre Live, stream plays free to UK schools, and produce a wealth of digital content about theatre. Find out more about the National Theatre.
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Featured Content, News and Events
The Welkin | Production Gallery
See the images from this 'mighty new and magnificent play' by Lucy Kirkwood (Mosquitoes, Chimerica).
Inua Ellams' (W)RAP Party for Three Sisters
A nostalgic, no-clutter, no-fuss night of poetry and music. For one night only - find out more.
How to Make a Wig
Did you know we make some of our wigs from scratch? We put in every single hair and it can take up to 45 hours!
How to do a quick-change
From our latest exhibition about Costume at the National Theatre, find out what it takes to be a dresser.