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Patron events

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

Thursday 25 July 2024, The Grapes of Wrath
Tuesday 24 September 2024, Coriolanus
Tuesday 8 October 2024, The Other Place
Thursday 28 November 2024, The Importance of Being Earnest
Thursday 5 December 2024, Ballet Shoes
Tuesday 18 March 2025, Dear England

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)

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Cast Talkbacks

Tuesday 10 September 2024, The Hot Wing King
Tuesday 10 December 2024, The Importance of Being Earnest

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. 

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Creative Insights

Tuesday 1 October 2024, Coriolanus

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.*

Please note that the Creative Insight around Coriolanus will include a pre-show insight at 6:15pm.

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. 

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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 before taking your seat for that evening’s performance.

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

Annual Supporters’ Celebration

Thursday 23 January 2025, The Importance of Being Earnest

Enjoy a pre-show and post-show reception with members of the cast and creative team, in celebration of your brilliant support.

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

Coming soon

Annual Directors’ Lunch

Olivier Circle Dinner

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

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