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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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Robert Hastie named as Deputy Artistic Director
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Robert Hastie named as Deputy Artistic Director

Indhu Rubasingham makes her first creative appointment with Robert Hastie named as Deputy Artistic Director.

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Present Laughter: Cocktail recipes to try at home
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Present Laughter: Cocktail recipes to try at home

Get yourself in the mood for Present Laughter with Andrew Scott, returning to cinemas on 18 July, with fun cocktails inspired by the show’s icons, who love a drink!

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Creating safe spaces on our Theatreworks courses
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Creating safe spaces on our Theatreworks courses

Discover how our Theatreworks facilitators create safe and judgement-free spaces in their courses, and what it takes to build trust in a workshop environment.

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National Theatre Live: 100 Plays in Cinemas – 76-100

National Theatre Live: 100 Plays in Cinemas – 76-100

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