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In memoriam: Dame Maggie Smith
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In memoriam: Dame Maggie Smith

We’re devastated to hear of the death of Dame Maggie Smith, whose career has spanned the theatrical, film and television world without equal.

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Rufus Norris' Final Season
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Announcing Rufus Norris' Final Season

Rufus Norris today announces his final programme as Director, concluding his decade leading the organisation and creating a lasting impact for generations to come.

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Rufus Norris: Ten Years On
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Rufus Norris: Ten Years On

As Rufus Norris announces his final season as Director of the National Theatre, he looks back on his time here with journalist Alex O’Connell.

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Welcome to the Green Store
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Announcing the National Theatre Green Store

Embodying our ambition to reach net-zero by 2030, the Green Store will house all our costumes, props and scenery in one space for the first time.

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In Search of Greek Theatre: four new films released
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In Search of Greek Theatre: four new films released

The In Search of Greek Theatre series explores stories and objects from the National Theatre’s Archive to learn more about Greek Theatre in performance. Four new films have now been released.

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Casting call for young performers with German heritage
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Casting call for young performers with German heritage

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Creativity for a different perspective
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Creativity for a different perspective

Read about how creative approaches and rehearsal room techniques enhance our participants’ experiences on our Theatreworks courses.

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Speak Up Year 2: Highlights from an impactful year
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Speak Up Year 2: Highlights from an impactful year

Find out more about the second year of our Speak Up programme and the impact it is having on young people nationwide.

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Vanya and People Places & Things: Live Premiere on National Theatre at Home
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Vanya and People Places & Things: Live Premiere on National Theatre at Home

Stream the worldwide online premiere of Vanya and People, Places & Things on the 19 September on National Theatre at Home.

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