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Hear from the National Theatre's Young Technicians and apply now
Read all about what it’s like to be a National Theatre Young Technician and find out how to apply for the 2023 programme.
Our First Children's Book: Lola Saves the Show
We’ve created our first ever picture book for children that follows Lola, a little actor with big dreams, and her backstage adventures to save the show. We sat down with author Katherine Halligan and illustrator Guilherme Karsten.
A major new project in collaboration with North Kensington communities
The project, which includes a new verbatim play alongside an in-depth community engagement programme, will share the voices that are part of this important story and keep the tragedy of Grenfell part of the national conversation.
Our Olivier-Award winning musical transfers to the West End
We’re thrilled to announce that the critically acclaimed Sheffield Theatres’ production of Standing at the Sky’s Edge will transfer to the Gillian Lynne Theatre, in London’s West End, from February 2024.
Inside Sheffield's Park Hill community: 1969-1970
Photographer Mick Jones shares his photos and memories of Park Hill in Sheffield, the estate at the heart of Standing at the Sky’s Edge playing in the Olivier theatre until 25 March 2023.
March 2023: Casting Call from National Theatre Casting Department
We are looking for an actor to play the role of a male, aged between 30-50 who has a physical disability, and is Syrian but we also welcome suggestions from Southwest Asian and North African heritage. We are also exploring the idea of the role speaking in Arabic or English.
Helen Casey on Wigs, Hair and Makeup
Wigs, hair and make-up artist Helen Casey on the hullabaloo, starting from scratch each day and her upcoming book with the National Theatre, Wigs, Hair and Make-up: A Backstage Guide.
Dan Rebellato's Top Tips on Playwriting
Playwright Dan Rebellato on Caryl Churchill, where he finds inspiration and his upcoming book with the National Theatre, Playwriting: A Backstage Guide.