Learn & explore
The National Theatre is for everyone. Discover our range of programmes, events and resources. Get involved at the South Bank in London, across the UK and online.
Whether you’re a teacher or a student, if you’re looking for a career in theatre or a way to express yourself – there is something for everyone.
I feel as though this experience was […] extremely important because it allowed me to discover new elements of drama and take my future career into consideration, as well as being able to consider certain A Levels.
Student, New Views 22/23
What can we help with?
Schools
Primary / Secondary / Further Education (FE) / Special Education Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
Talks, events & training
Learn more about theatre and our productions, from the people who made them, and enhance your professional skills
Our funders
The Mohn Westlake Foundation supports nationwide Learning programmes for young people.
The Hearn Foundation is the Principal Funder of the Primary Schools programme.
Nationwide learning is supported by Buffini Chao Foundation, Garfield Weston Foundation, Clore Duffield Foundation, Tim and Sarah Bunting, Behrens Foundation, Cleopatra Trust and Milton Grundy Foundation.
Find out more about supporting our work
More to explore
Archive
Visit the National Theatre’s Archive holding a treasure trove of material.
National Theatre Collection
World class theatre in your classroom – free for all UK state schools.
Theatre Nation Partnerships
Find out how we’re working in partnership across the UK.
News
Archive Unboxed: The House of Bernarda Alba
From the Archive team: read about the history of Lorca’s The House of Bernarda Alba in translation at the National Theatre, ahead of our new production of the classic play.
Drama Teacher Conference - 15 & 16 February 2024
Read more about our 2024 conference, including sessions led by Katie Mitchell, Gecko Theatre, Ian Rickson, Pilot Theatre and Quirky Bird Theatre.
Meet the 2023 recipients of the Linbury Prize for Stage Design
12 emerging designers from across the UK have been announced as the recipients of this year’s Linbury Prize for Stage Design 2023.