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We are delighted to offer supporters of the National Theatre a range of special events. To book your place, please contact the Development team at support@nationaltheatre.org.uk, or call 020 7452 3218.

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Opening Nights

Wednesday 29 May 2024, Boys from the Blackstuff
Tuesday 2 July 2024, Mnemonic
Thursday 25 July 2024, The Grapes of Wrath
Thursday 5 December 2024, Ballet Shoes

Attend our Opening Night celebrations for Olivier and Lyttelton productions, with a champagne reception ahead of the performance and a post-show party with the company.

Available to: Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 2 per year (Benefactor) or 5 per year (Olivier Circle)

A gold and jewel encrusted crown rests on a wooden spoon that sits in a small pool of orange-coloured sauce, on a red surface. Sauce drips from part of the crown.

Cast Talkbacks

Tuesday 10 September 2024, The Hot Wing King

Enjoy complimentary pre-show and interval drinks receptions and attend a private post-show talk with members of the cast.*

Available to: Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 4 per year

*Our pre-show drinks receptions are complimentary with the purchase of a performance ticket. 

Creative Insights

Wednesday 15 May 2024, Sarah Gordon on Underdog: The Other Other Brontë
Thursday 20 June 2024, London Tide

Enjoy complimentary pre-show and interval drinks receptions and, following the show, stay on for an exclusive post-show discussion with a creative from the production.*

Available to: Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 3 per year

*Our pre-show drinks receptions are complimentary with the purchase of a performance ticket. 

Olivier Circle Dinner

Wednesday 5 June 2024

Join us in a beautiful venue for a very special celebration of your support, hosted by Rufus Norris and Kate Varah. Enjoy a seated dinner and exclusive performances, all in the company of National Theatre artists.

Available to: Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year

NT Revealed

Friday 14 June 2024, London Tide

Head on stage and go behind-the-scenes at the National Theatre. Through a series of insightful talks and demonstrations with our theatre-makers, discover how our productions are taken from page to stage.

Available to: Young Patron Premium, Supporting Cast, Young Patron Ambassador, Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year

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Family Day

Saturday 14 December 2024, Ballet Shoes

Bring the younger theatregoers in your life to an activity-packed afternoon at the National Theatre. Immerse yourselves in the world of one of our productions and enjoy lunch before taking your seat for that evening’s performance.

Available to: Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year

Coming soon

Annual Directors’ Lunch

Annual Supporters’ Celebration

If you have any questions about our events, please contact the Development team at support@nationaltheatre.org.uk.

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