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National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 5d ago

Goodbye War Horse 🥺 After 20 years out in the world and 11 weeks back on our stages, the iconic show has taken its final bow in our Olivier Theatre. Huge congratulations to all involved! 🎨 Set and Costume Design by Rae Smith 📸 Piers Allardyce

A person on stage stands joyfully near a life-sized horse puppet, operated by visible puppeteers.Curtain call. A large group of performers line up against the back wall. They are dressed in various period costumes. In front, three actors in matching brown outfits stand arm in arm, seemingly taking their bows. The stage has a black reflective floor, and the actors are under stage lighting.Curtain call. A large group of performers line up against the back wall. They are dressed in various period costumes. In front, a person in a long red skirt and matching vest smiles up and out, seemingly at the audience, with their arms behind their back. The stage has a black reflective floor, and the actors are under stage lighting.Curtain call. A large group of performers line up against the back wall. They are dressed in various period costumes. In front, an actor appears to be in motion, stepping forward as they operate a life-sized goose puppet. The stage has a black reflective floor, and the actors are under stage lighting.
National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 2mo ago

Sir Ian McKellen unveiled an English Heritage Blue Plaque for Sir Laurence Olivier 💫 From Olivier's childhood home to his artistic home, our Director and Co-Chief Executive Indhu Rubasingham joined in the celebrations of our founder, one of the greatest actors of the 20th century. 📸 David Parry

A person pulling a cord to unveil a plaque hidden behind red curtains, standing outside a building. They are looking slightly upwards with one hand raised to an ear, as though asking the audience to show their excitement through cheers. A flower box with lavender is visible nearby.An individual unveils a blue plaque on a building. The plaque reads: "Sir Laurence Olivier 1907-1989 Actor and Director lived here as a child." The person is holding a string attached to a maroon cloth. Blue plaque with the text: "English Heritage - Sir Laurence Olivier 1907-1989, Actor and Director, lived here as a child."Three people stand in front of a blue plaque on a white building. The plaque reads: "Sir Laurence Olivier 1907-1989 Actor and Director lived here as a child." They are dressed in smart casual clothes.
National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 3mo ago

Connections tickets are now available 🎉 Our annual nationwide youth theatre festival is happening at the Lowry in Salford from 25–28 June. Come support the eight groups representing this year's 5000 young participants. Find out more👇 https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/connections-2026/

Connections 2026 Plays | Lowry, Salford | National Theatre

Britain's biggest youth theatre festival, Connections 2026, presents eight exciting new plays by leading writers performed by schools and youth theatre groups from across the UK, at Lowry, Salford.

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National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 3mo ago

Have you heard? We're on sale! Tickets are now available for our remaining 2026 shows: - Electra/Persona - Cloud 9 - Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists *SOLD OUT* - Some Woman - The Rise and Fall of Little Voice Find out more here 👇 https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/

What's On | All Shows | National Theatre

Find a show to watch: in theatres at our South Bank home, in the West End on tour, in cinemas and online.

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National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 3mo ago

New Views hits the Olivier this July ✍️ Our student playwriting programme culminates in a festival of workshops, activities, and a selection of rehearsed readings of participants' plays. Find out more and book your free ticket👇 https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/new-views-festival-2026/

New Views Festival 2026 | Rehearsed Play Readings | National Theatre

The New Views Festival 2026 is free to attend, featuring readings of plays written by 14-19 year-olds participants from across the UK.

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National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 3mo ago

Announcing National Theatre Nationwide 🚀 In partnership with 12 English theatres, supported by Arts Council England, we’ll be touring mainstage productions to partner venues and schools, with ticketing initiatives to break down barriers to entry. Let’s see what’s in store 👇

National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 3mo ago

We're delighted to announce further details for our upcoming shows in 2026, with tickets going on sale to the public on 21 May 🎭 - Electra/Persona - Cloud 9 - Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists - Some Woman - The Rise and Fall of Little Voice Find out more 👇

National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 3mo ago

A royal visit 💎 Our Apprenticeships Scheme has been recognised with the prestigious Princess Royal Training Award for widening access to careers in the creative industries. To celebrate, we were honoured to welcome HRH The Princess Royal herself to the National Theatre. 📸 Dave Benett

HRH The Princess Royal meets the life size horse puppet, Joey, from War Horse. The Princess Royal is one of four people standing by the puppet. One person is an operator moving the horse's head. The other two individuals stand behind, watching and smiling. The setting appears to be a backstage area of concrete flooring, high ceilings, and a yellow barricade.HRH The Princess Royal presents a bouquet to two individuals. The three smile and stand in a foyer space.HRH The Princess Royal stands on the right and shakes hands with a person on the left. Two more people stand behind, watching on and smiling. They are inside a workshop with tools and equipment in the background.HRH The Princess Royal stands in a circle with four more people, engaged in conversation. She gestures with both hands out, while the group reacts with wide smiles. The setting is an indoor stage, with a titled floor pattern.
National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 4mo ago

Our open-air market on the South Bank is back 😎 🥪 Moody's Dip Sandwiches 🦆 The Duck Shed 🌴 BARBS 🍨 Chill Gelato 🍻 Signature Brew 🔥 Black Lines Bar x Feed The Village x The Happy Pot Dig in 👇 https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/your-visit/eat-and-drink/ #TastesLikeLondon

Places to Eat | Restaurants & Bars | National Theatre

Lasdun Restaurant, Forza Wine, KERB street food traders, Atrium cafe and Espresso bar cover all your food and drink needs on the South Bank, whatever your appetite.

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National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 4mo ago

Les Liaisons Dangereuses #Access performances 💃 Captioned - Sat 2 May - Tues 19 May - Wed 27 May BSL Interpreted - Wed 13 May Audio described - Sat 25 April - Thurs 14 May Relaxed performance - Thurs 21 May Tickets👇 https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/les-liaisons-dangereuses/

Les Liaisons Dangereuses Tickets | London Theatre | Play | National Theatre

Book official tickets for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, a thrilling London play starring Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner. A bold stage adaptation directed by Marianne Elliott at the Lyttelton Theatre.

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National Theatre@nationaltheatre.org.uk · 4mo ago

Go behind the scenes with @theguardian.com to see how the sets of Les Liaisons Dangereuses and The Authenticator are brought to life 🪩 📸 @davidlevene.bsky.social https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/apr/12/romeo-juliet-liaisons-dangereuses-set-design-national-theatre-harold-pinter

‘Death star’ chandeliers and disco dancefloors: making this year’s most dazzling theatre shows

On productions ranging from Les Liaisons Dangereuses to John Proctor Is the Villain, an army of technical wizards help ensure London’s stage productions are believable and spectacular

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