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The National Theatre building is currently closed.  We look forward to welcoming you back for live performances on the South Bank from June. 

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His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh
 

1921 — 2021
 

We are deeply saddened by the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. 

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Live shows return from June
 

Join us for a bold re-imagining of Under Milk Wood featuring Michael Sheen, alongside Jack Thorne's beautiful new play After Life.​

Public booking opens Friday 30 April.
 

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