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A rollicking new wartime comedy from the writer of One Man, Two Guvnors with a cast featuring Caroline Quentin and Kelvin Fletcher. In cinemas 6 October: https://jackabsolutefliesagain.ntlive.com -- After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. Emily Burns directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. Filmed live from the National Theatre. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'Have you gone terribly left wing?' clip from Jack Absolute Flies Again | National Theatre Live

10 days ago

A rollicking new wartime comedy from the writer of One Man, Two Guvnors with a cast featuring Caroline Quentin and Kelvin Fletcher. In cinemas 6 October: https://jackabsolutefliesagain.ntlive.com/ -- After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. Emily Burns directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. Filmed live from the National Theatre. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'Just like always, ok?' | Samira Wiley & Giles Terera perform a scene from Blues for an Alabama Sky

25 days ago

Angel (Samira Wiley) wakes up hungover in her friend Guy's (Giles Terera) flat and slowly comes to remember what happened the eventful night before. Blues for an Alabama Sky is set during the Harlem Renaissance and plays 20 Sep - 5 Nov 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/blues-for-an-alabama-sky?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bluesforanalabamasky -- To realise our dreams, we must wake up. New York, 1930. Following a decade of creative explosion, the Harlem Renaissance is starting to feel the bite of the Great Depression. In the face of hardship and dwindling opportunity, Angel and her friends battle to keep their artistic dreams alive. But, when Angel falls for a stranger from Alabama, their romance forces the group to make good on their ambitions, or give in to the reality of the time. Lynette Linton directs a startling revival of this extraordinary play by Pearl Cleage. Samira Wiley (The Handmaid’s Tale, Orange Is the New Black) makes her UK stage debut alongside a cast that includes Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo (Three Sisters), Osy Ikhile (Sweat), Sule Rimi (Barber Shop Chronicles) and Giles Terera (Death of England: Face to Face). -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'Life is God's most precious gift' | Fisayo Akinade is Reverend Hale in The Crucible

27 days ago

Reverend Hale (Fisayo Akinade) asks Goody Proctor to ask her husband to untruthfully confess in Arthur Miller's The Crucible. Our new staging plays 14 Sep to 5 Nov 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-crucible?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=thecrucible Speak of the devil and he appears. A witch hunt is beginning in Salem. Raised to be seen and not heard, a group of young women suddenly find their words have a terrible power. As a climate of fear spreads through the community, private vendettas fuel public accusations and soon the truth itself is on trial.  Arthur Miller’s gripping parable of power and its abuse returns in an urgent new staging by director Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, Top Girls). -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Learn 1930s American Slang with the Cast of Blues for an Alabama Sky

about 1 month ago

Discover some incredible 1930s slang including 'shake a leg', 'make tracks', 'blow your wig' and 'Lincolns' with the cast of Blues for an Alabama Sky. This story set during the Harlem Renaissance plays 20 Sep - 5 Nov 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/blues-for-an-alabama-sky?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=bluesforanalabamasky -- To realise our dreams, we must wake up. New York, 1930. Following a decade of creative explosion, the Harlem Renaissance is starting to feel the bite of the Great Depression. In the face of hardship and dwindling opportunity, Angel and her friends battle to keep their artistic dreams alive. But, when Angel falls for a stranger from Alabama, their romance forces the group to make good on their ambitions, or give in to the reality of the time. Lynette Linton directs a startling revival of this extraordinary play by Pearl Cleage. Samira Wiley (The Handmaid’s Tale, Orange Is the New Black) makes her UK stage debut alongside a cast that includes Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo (Three Sisters), Osy Ikhile (Sweat), Sule Rimi (Barber Shop Chronicles) and Giles Terera (Death of England: Face to Face). -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Jack Absolute Flies Again: Official Trailer - In Cinemas 6 October | National Theatre Live

about 1 month ago

A rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night). In cinemas worldwide from 6 October, find your local venue: https://jackabsolutefliesagain.ntlive.com -- After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. Emily Burns directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. Featuring a cast including Caroline Quentin, Laurie Davidson, Natalie Simpson and Kelvin Fletcher. A production from the National Theatre. --- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Hilarious Ice-Cream Cart Scene from Much Ado About Nothing Act (2022) Act 2 Scene 3

about 1 month ago

At the Hotel Messina, Don Pedro, Leonato and Claudio play a trick on Benedick to plant the idea that Beatrice is in love with him, involving a lot of ice-cream and sprinkles. Much Ado About Nothing plays 7 July - 10 September 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing Shakespeare's irresistible romcom will also be broadcast live to UK cinemas 8 Sep 2022 and internationally on 1 Dec 2022 with National Theatre Live: https://muchadoaboutnothing.ntlive.com -- Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

This Is Every Girls' Getting Ready Chat

about 1 month ago

Beatrice, Hero and Antonia discuss all things love, marriage and duty as they get ready for a glamorous party at the Hotel Messina. Much Ado About Nothing with Katherine Parkinson, Ioanna Kimbook and Wendy Kweh plays 7 July - 10 September 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing Shakespeare's irresistible romcom will also be broadcast live to UK cinemas 8 Sep 2022 and internationally on 1 Dec 2022 with National Theatre Live: https://muchadoaboutnothing.ntlive.com -- Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Teaser Trailer: The Crucible at the National Theatre with Erin Doherty and Brendan Cowell

about 1 month ago

Speak of the devil and he appears. A witch hunt is beginning in Salem. Watch our teaser for The Crucible, which plays from 14 Sep - 5 Nov 2022 in the Olivier theatre: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-crucible?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=thecrucible The play is being broadcast to cinemas with National Theatre Live from 26 Jan 2023: https://thecrucible.ntlive.com/synopsis/ Aged 16-25? Unlock £10 tickets here: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/16-25-tickets?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=thecrucible -- Raised to be seen and not heard, a group of young women suddenly find their words have a terrible power. As a climate of fear spreads through the community, private vendettas fuel public accusations and soon the truth itself is on trial.  Arthur Miller’s gripping parable of power and its abuse returns in an urgent new staging by director Lyndsey Turner (Under Milk Wood, Top Girls). It features Erin Doherty (The Crown) and Brendan Cowell (Yerma). -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

The Seagull with Emilia Clarke: Official Trailer - In Cinemas 3 November | National Theatre Live

about 1 month ago

Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) makes her West End debut in this 21st century retelling of Anton Chekhov’s tale of love and loneliness. Find your nearest venue: https://theseagull.ntlive.com/ -- A young woman is desperate for fame and a way out. A young man is pining after the woman of his dreams. A successful writer longs for a sense of achievement. An actress wants to fight the changing of the times. In an isolated home in the countryside, dreams lie in tatters, hopes are dashed, and hearts broken. With nowhere left to turn, the only option is to turn on each other. Following his critically acclaimed five-star production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Jamie Lloyd brings Anya Reiss’ adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s classic play to stage. Filmed live in London’s West End. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Lads Chats in the Hotel Messina Baths | Much Ado About Nothing (2022) Act 3 Scene 2

about 1 month ago

'I am not as I have been!' At the Hotel Messina, Don Pedro, Leonato and Claudio ruffle Benedick's feathers as they tease him about being in love with Beatrice. Much Ado About Nothing plays 7 July - 10 September 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing Shakespeare's irresistible romcom will also be broadcast live to UK cinemas 8 Sep 2022 and internationally on 1 Dec 2022 with National Theatre Live: https://muchadoaboutnothing.ntlive.com -- Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Beatrice is Lured into Hearing Benedick Loves Her! | Much Ado About Nothing (2022) Act 3 Scene 1

about 1 month ago

'But are you sure that Benedick loves Beatrice so entirely?! Much Ado About Nothing directed by Simon Godwin features Katherine Parkinson, Ioanna Kimbook and Phoebe Horn. It plays 7 July - 10 September 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing Shakespeare's irresistible romcom will also be broadcast live to UK cinemas 8 Sep 2022 and internationally on 1 Dec 2022 with National Theatre Live: https://muchadoaboutnothing.ntlive.com -- Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Meet the Characters in All of Us by Francesca Martinez at the National Theatre

about 1 month ago

All of us are a bit wobbly sometimes. Meet the characters of Francesca Martinez's play inspired by real experiences of disabled people in the UK. It runs 27 July to 24 Sep in the Dorfman theatre: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/all-of-us This unmissable story is directed by Ian Rickson (Paradise, Translations). Jess has a great life: a job she loves, a sharp sense of humour and a close group of friends. When austerity threatens the world she has worked hard to build, Jess makes a stand to protect those she holds most dear. Capturing the humour, sadness and joy of everyday life, All of Us is a passionate and timely look at the human cost of abandoning those who struggle to fit in. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Much Ado About Nothing: Official Trailer | National Theatre Live - Broadcast Live 8 September

about 1 month ago

Escape to the Italian Riviera for Shakespeare’s irresistible comedy of sun sea and mistaken identity. Much Ado About Nothing is broadcast live to cinemas on 8 September: https://muchadoaboutnothing.ntlive.com/ The show plays at the National Theatre 7 July - 10 Sep 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing --- The cast includes Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since 1931, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty. When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Afghan Boys Dream of Playing Football in the UK | The Boy with Two Hearts at the National Theatre

2 months ago

Young brothers Hamed and Hessam are having to flee their home to seek refuge in another country. They dream of becoming film stars in the States or footballers in the UK. The Boy With Two Hearts, from Wales Millennium Centre, plays 1 Oct to 12 Nov 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-boy-with-two-hearts 'A powerful chronicle of escape from Afghanistan.' ★★★★ Daily Telegraph. Herat, Afghanistan, 2000. When a young mother speaks out against the Taliban, she and her husband are forced to flee their home and country with their three sons. Embarking on a long and terrifying journey across Russia and through Europe, they seek final refuge in the UK. But, as their eldest son’s life-threatening heart condition worsens and requires urgent surgery, their escape soon becomes a race against time. Amit Sharma directs this widely acclaimed stage version of The Boy with Two Hearts (BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week) by Hamed & Hessam Amiri and adapted for the stage by Phil Porter. Based on extraordinary real-life experiences, it is a powerful story of hope, courage, and humanity – and a heartfelt tribute to the NHS. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Meet the Cast of All of Us by Francesca Martinez

2 months ago

A powerful new play about making a stand from Francesca Martinez, the award-winning author, comedian and actor. It runs 27 July to 24 Sep in the Dorfman theatre: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/all-of-us This unmissable story is directed by Ian Rickson (Paradise, Translations). Jess has a great life: a job she loves, a sharp sense of humour and a close group of friends. When austerity threatens the world she has worked hard to build, Jess makes a stand to protect those she holds most dear. Capturing the humour, sadness and joy of everyday life, All of Us is a passionate and timely look at the human cost of abandoning those who struggle to fit in. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

History-Making Production of Othello 2022 directed by Clint Dyer with Giles Terera | Photoshoot BTS

2 months ago

Come behind-the-scenes of our Othello photoshoot with director Clint Dyer and actor Giles Terera who plays the titular role. The cast also includes Paul Hilton as Iago and Rosy McEwen as Desdemona. From 23 Nov to 21 Jan 2023 in the Lyttelton theatre: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/othello National Theatre Live will broadcast our production of Othello to cinemas from 23 Feb 2023: https://othello.ntlive.com/ -- Farewell the tranquil mind. A bright, headstrong daughter of a senator; elevated by her status but stifled by its expectations. A refugee of slavery; having risen to the top of a white world, he finds that love across racial lines has a cost. Wed in secret, Desdemona and Othello crave a new life together. But as unseen forces conspire against them, they find their future is not theirs to decide. Clint Dyer (Death of England: Parts 1, 2 and 3; Get Up Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical) directs an extraordinary new vision for one of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedies. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Much Ado cast play Hip Hop or William Shakespeare ❓

3 months ago

Think you can tell your William Shakespeare lines from your hip-hop lyrics? It's much harder than you'd think, as the cast of the National Theatre's Much Ado About Nothing find out! It plays 7 July - 10 September 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Prima Facie Audience Reactions - In Cinemas from 21 July | National Theatre Live

3 months ago

Jodie Comer makes her West End debut in this award-winning new play. Screening in cinemas worldwide from 21 July 2022. Find your nearest venue: https://primafacie.ntlive.com/ -- Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge. Prima Facie takes us to the heart of where emotion and experience collide with the rules of the game. Justin Martin directs this solo tour de force, captured live from the intimate Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End. Prima Facie is produced by Empire Street Productions: https://www.empirestreetproductions.com/ -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'What fire is in mine ears?' Katherine Parkinson as Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing Act 3 Scene 1

3 months ago

Katherine Parkinson is Much Ado About Nothing's witty, sharp-tongued Beatrice in the National Theatre's 2022 production. It plays 7 July - 10 September 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Charleston Dance Rehearsals with the cast of Jack Absolute Flies Again

3 months ago

We got together with the cast of new comedy Jack Absolute Flies Again for their dance rehearsals. It comes to cinemas worldwide from 6 October: https://jackabsolutefliesagain.ntlive.com/ -- July 1940. After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. A rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night). Emily Burns (The Comeback) directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. ‘One of the funniest productions in the National’s history.’ Guardian on One Man, Two Guvnors -- Big thanks to Kelvin Fletcher, Kerry Howard, Laurie Davidson and Natalie Simpson. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Much Ado About Nothing Plot Summary in One Minute - National Theatre

3 months ago

The cast of Much Ado About Nothing (2022) are challenged to summarise Shakespeare's complicated plot in just 60 seconds. It plays 7 July - 10 Sep 2022 and will be broadcast live to cinemas 8 Sep: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/much-ado-about-nothing -- Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy of new beginnings. Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since the 1930s, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty.  When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

20 Questions with Caroline Quentin | Jack Absolute Flies Again - National Theatre

4 months ago

Strictly star Caroline Quentin invites us backstage with her at the National Theatre for a tour and an insight into her life, loves, gardening and theatre rehearsals for new comedy Jack Absolute Flies Again. It plays 2 July - 3 Sep 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/jack-absolute-flies-again -- Featuring a cast including Caroline Quentin (Jonathan Creek), Laurie Davidson (Guilty Party), Natalie Simpson (Three Sisters) and Kelvin Fletcher (Emmerdale). July 1940. After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. Emily Burns (The Comeback) directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris. ‘One of the funniest productions in the National’s history.’ Guardian on One Man, Two Guvnors -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Weaving Story and Stage: The Making of The Father and the Assassin Set

4 months ago

A set design unlike anything you'll have seen before, Rajha Shakiry imagines a symbolic, giant loom to hold the tension between Gandhi's idea of empowerment for the Indian people and their unity, and the potential of that all to fall apart. The Father and the Assassin plays until 18 June 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-father-and-the-assassin Director Indhu Rubasingham (The Great Wave) reunites with Anupama Chandrasekhar, one of India’s most exciting playwrights, for this essential exploration of oppression and extremism. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Accessing the National Theatre Archive

4 months ago

The National Theatre Archive is open to everyone by appointment and this film shows the spaces available for use, what to expect on a visit and how to book. Find out more on our website: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/archive -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Trailer #2: The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre

4 months ago

‘Brilliantly entertaining, with magic to spare’ ★★★★★ Time Out. Our gripping new play The Father and the Assassin is on 12 May - 18 June 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-father-and-the-assassin Nathuram Godse's life story is told over 30 years during India’s fight for independence, from his radicalisation to his tragic final encounter with Mahatma Gandhi. A new play by Anupama Chandrasekhar, directed by Indhu Rubasingham and designed by Rajha Shakiry. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Prima Facie with Jodie Comer: Official Trailer | National Theatre Live - In Cinemas 21 July

4 months ago

'This isn't a documentary' | The Father and the Assassin Cast Discussion

4 months ago

"We use the gaps in our history to illuminate what's going on now." Actors Shubham Saraf (Godse) and Paul Bazely (Gandhi) discuss The Father and the Assassin. This gripping new play traces Nathuram Godse’s life over 30 years during India's fight for independence: from devout follower of Mahatma Gandhi, through to his radicalisation, and their tragic final encounter. The story of the man who murdered Gandhi is an essential exploration of oppression and extremism. It plays 12 May - 18 June 2022 at the National Theatre, London: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-father-and-the-assassin -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Ralph Fiennes in Backstage - Sky Arts, 23 May 10pm | National Theatre Live

4 months ago

Straight Line Crazy is broadcast live 26 May. Ralph Fiennes is Robert Moses, master manipulator and New York's most powerful man, in this blazing new play from David Hare. Find your local screening: https://straightlinecrazy.ntlive.com/ -- For forty uninterrupted years, Robert Moses exploited those in office through a mix of charm and intimidation. Motivated at first by a determination to improve the lives of New York City’s workers, he created parks, bridges and 627 miles of expressway to connect the people to the great outdoors. Faced with resistance by protest groups campaigning for a very different idea of what the city should become, will the weakness of democracy be exposed in the face of his charismatic conviction? Broadcast live from the Bridge Theatre in London, Nicholas Hytner directs this exhilarating new play. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Clip: Moses meets the Governor, Ralph Fiennes in Straight Line Crazy | National Theatre Live

5 months ago

Broadcast live 26 May. Ralph Fiennes is Robert Moses, master manipulator and New York's most powerful man, in this blazing new play from David Hare. Find your local screening: https://straightlinecrazy.ntlive.com/ -- For forty uninterrupted years, Robert Moses exploited those in office through a mix of charm and intimidation. Motivated at first by a determination to improve the lives of New York City’s workers, he created parks, bridges and 627 miles of expressway to connect the people to the great outdoors. Faced with resistance by protest groups campaigning for a very different idea of what the city should become, will the weakness of democracy be exposed in the face of his charismatic conviction? Broadcast live from the Bridge Theatre in London, Nicholas Hytner directs this exhilarating new play. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Would You Rather? Relationships Edition | Middle at the National Theatre

5 months ago

Loving these answers in our relationships edition of 'Would you rather?' It's true, we do all want to be adored. Every relationship reaches a crossroad sometime: Middle plays until 18 June: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/middle Thanks to the cast and creatives of Middle and some unsuspecting members of the public for playing the game. The new play from the writer and director of our five-star hit Beginning. Writer David Eldridge and director Polly Findlay reunite for this raw, touching and funny portrait of a 21st-century marriage.  Middle is the second of three plays by David Eldridge to explore love and relationships. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Trailer: Jack Absolute Flies Again at the National Theatre

5 months ago

A rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean and Oliver Chris - Jack Absolute Flies Again. In cinemas worldwide from 6 October: https://jackabsolutefliesagain.ntlive.com/ On stage 11 July - 20 Aug 2022 : https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/jack-absolute-flies-again Featuring a cast including Caroline Quentin (Jonathan Creek), Laurie Davidson (Cats), Natalie Simpson (Three Sisters) and Kelvin Fletcher (Emmerdale). July 1940. After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. Emily Burns (The Comeback) directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. ‘One of the funniest productions in the National’s history.’ Guardian on One Man, Two Guvnors -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'It's also about human beings' Straight Line Crazy Cast Interview | National Theatre Live

5 months ago

Ralph Fiennes is Robert Moses, master manipulator and New York's most powerful man, in this blazing new play from David Hare. Broadcast live 26 May, find your local screening: https://straightlinecrazy.ntlive.com/ -- For forty uninterrupted years, Robert Moses exploited those in office through a mix of charm and intimidation. Motivated at first by a determination to improve the lives of New York City’s workers, he created parks, bridges and 627 miles of expressway to connect the people to the great outdoors. Faced with resistance by protest groups campaigning for a very different idea of what the city should become, will the weakness of democracy be exposed in the face of his charismatic conviction? Broadcast live from the Bridge Theatre in London, Nicholas Hytner directs this exhilarating new play. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Teaser: Much Ado About Nothing (2022) directed by Simon Godwin

5 months ago

Escape to the Italian Riviera for Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy of new beginnings. Much Ado About Nothing plays at the National Theatre 7 July - 10 Sep 2022 and will be broadcast live to cinemas 8 Sep: https://events.nationaltheatre.org.uk/events/84332 The cast includes Katherine Parkinson (Home, I'm Darling, The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula, She Stoops to Conquer). Since 1931, the legendary family-run Hotel Messina has been visited by artists, celebrities and royalty. When the current owner’s daughter falls for a dashing young soldier, the hallways are ringing with the sound of wedding bells.  However, not all the guests are in the mood for love, and a string of deceptions soon surround not only the young couple, but also the steadfastly single Beatrice and Benedick. Director Simon Godwin (Twelfth Night, Antony and Cleopatra) returns following the award-winning success of his Romeo & Juliet film. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'You've cut me in half' | Claire Rushbrook and Daniel Ryan in Middle by David Eldridge

5 months ago

Married couple Maggie and Gary are at the cusp of a relationship breakdown. Here we overhear the intimate argument between a man and a wife who's hurt him. Middle is new play from the creators of our five-star hit Beginning: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/middle Every relationship reaches a crossroad some time. As dawn breaks, Maggie is heating some milk and Gary wonders what she’s doing out of bed. Maybe it’s time for an honest conversation – but how much honesty can this marriage take? Following the sold-out runs of Beginning at the National Theatre and in the West End, writer David Eldridge and director Polly Findlay reunite for  this  raw, touching and funny portrait of a 21st-century marriage.  Middle plays 27 April - 18 June 2022 in the Dorfman theatre, at the National Theatre in London. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Could India have been different had Gandhi lived? | The Father and the Assassin Creative Discussion

5 months ago

Director Indhu Rubasingham (The Great Wave), Playwright Anupama Chandrasekhar (When The Crows Visit) and Set and Costume Designer Rajha Shakiry (Misty) discuss the inspiration and stories at the heart of their new play The Father and the Assassin, and reveal a first look at the filmic set. This gripping new play traces Nathuram Godse’s life over 30 years during India's fight for independence: from devout follower of Mahatma Gandhi, through to his radicalisation, and their tragic final encounter. The story of the man who murdered Gandhi is an essential exploration of oppression and extremism. It plays 12 May - 18 June 2022 at the National Theatre, London: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-father-and-the-assassin -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

Straight Line Crazy: Official Trailer | National Theatre Live

6 months ago

Ralph Fiennes is Robert Moses, master manipulator and New York's most powerful man, in this blazing new play from David Hare. Find your local screening: https://straightlinecrazy.ntlive.com/ -- For forty uninterrupted years, Robert Moses exploited those in office through a mix of charm and intimidation. Motivated at first by a determination to improve the lives of New York City’s workers, he created parks, bridges and 627 miles of expressway to connect the people to the great outdoors. Faced with resistance by protest groups campaigning for a very different idea of what the city should become, will the weakness of democracy be exposed in the face of his charismatic conviction? Broadcast live from the Bridge Theatre in London, Nicholas Hytner directs this exhilarating new play. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world: https://www.ntlive.com National Theatre at Home streams unmissable theatre to you any time, anywhere: https://www.ntathome.com

'It's a brilliant platform for theatre' Kit Harington on Henry V | National Theatre Live

6 months ago

Kit Harington (Game of Thrones) plays the title role in Shakespeare’s thrilling study of nationalism, war and the psychology of power. In cinemas from 21 April 2022, find your nearest venue: https://henryv.ntlive.com/ --- Fresh to the throne, King Henry V launches England into a bloody war with France. When his campaign encounters resistance, this inexperienced new ruler must prove he is fit to guide a country into war. Directed by Max Webster (Life of Pi), this exciting modern production explores what it means to be English and our relationship to Europe, asking: do we ever get the leaders we deserve? Captured live from the Donmar Warehouse in London. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Henry V with Kit Harington: Official Trailer | National Theatre Live

6 months ago

Kit Harington (Game of Thrones) plays the title role in Shakespeare’s thrilling study of nationalism, war and the psychology of power. Find your nearest venue: https://henryv.ntlive.com/ --- Fresh to the throne, King Henry V launches England into a bloody war with France. When his campaign encounters resistance, this inexperienced new ruler must prove he is fit to guide a country into war. Directed by Max Webster (Life of Pi), this exciting modern production explores what it means to be English and our relationship to Europe, asking: do we ever get the leaders we deserve? Captured live from the Donmar Warehouse in London. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Trailer: The Father and the Assassin at the National Theatre

7 months ago

The story of the man who murdered Gandhi in an essential exploration of oppression and extremism. It plays 12 May - 18 June 2022 at the National Theatre, London: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-father-and-the-assassin The Father and the Assassin is a gripping new play that traces Godse’s life over 30 years during India's fight for independence: from devout follower of Mahatma Gandhi, through to his radicalisation and their tragic final encounter. Director Indhu Rubasingham (The Great Wave) reunites with Anupama Chandrasekhar, one of India’s most exciting playwrights. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

What Do You Show Up For? | National Theatre Live

7 months ago

Whether it’s for popcorn-dropping drama or sneaky handbag wine, show up for the best of British theatre on a cinema screen near you. Find out what's playing near you at https://www.ntlive.com/ -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

"If I say any more, I shall start to cry" Nicola Walker's moving performance in The Corn is Green

7 months ago

One person can make all the difference. Miss Lily Moffatt has invested two valuable years of her time and energy in supporting young Welsh miner Morgan Evans. Nicola Walker (The Split, Spooks) features in our revival of The Corn is Green 7 Apr-11 Jun 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-corn-is-green -- Miss Lily Moffat arrives in rural North Wales, determined to help young local miners out of poverty by teaching them to read and write. Lily soon spots talent in the unruly Morgan Evans, but when she faces growing resistance from the community, she does everything in her power to forge him a new future. Emlyn Williams’ semi-autobiographical play, is given a bold new staging by director Dominic Cooke (The Normal Heart, Follies) in its first London revival for 35 years. Filmed in rehearsals at the National Theatre in March 2022. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Audiences are loving Our Generation | "It will steal your heart." Guardian ★★★★

7 months ago

Our epic coming-of-age drama that's too extraordinary to be fiction is playing Feb-9 April 2022 at the National Theatre: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/our-generation -- Alecky Blythe follows the success of London Road with her astonishing new verbatim play that tells the stories of a generation. Created from five years of interviews with 12 young people from across the UK, Our Generation is a captivating portrait of their journey into adulthood. Often too extraordinary to be fiction, this funny and moving play is for anyone who is – or has ever been – a teenager. Making his directorial debut at the National Theatre, Daniel Evans leads the team in this co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Introducing Welsh dramatist Emlyn Williams and The Corn is Green

7 months ago

Emlyn Williams (1905-1987) was a Welsh playwright and actor, who achieved worldwide fame with one-man shows and West End hit plays. Nicola Walker (The Split, Spooks) features in our revival of The Corn is Green 7 Apr-11 Jun 2022: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-corn-is-green -- One person can make all the difference. Miss Lily Moffat arrives in rural North Wales, determined to help young local miners out of poverty by teaching them to read and write. Lily soon spots talent in the unruly Morgan Evans, but when she faces growing resistance from the community, she does everything in her power to forge him a new future. Emlyn Williams’ semi-autobiographical play, is given a bold new staging by director Dominic Cooke (The Normal Heart, Follies) in its first London revival for 35 years. Nicola Walker (Unforgotten, The Split) plays the visionary Miss Moffat. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Creative Careers: Notes to my Younger Self

7 months ago

Our Creative Careers ambassadors, Clint Dyer, Rachel Nanyonjo, Hazel Holder and DJ Walde, tell us the encouraging advice they would give to their younger selves, starting careers in theatre and the creative industries. This video is part of a National Theatre series for Careers Week 2022. Watch more: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJgBmjHpqgs4DSJUKuc0tiAQItqX7a8Xx -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Creative Careers: Introducing Directing with the National Theatre's Clint Dyer

7 months ago

What is the role of a theatre director? How to become a theatre director? Deputy Artistic Director of the National Theatre Clint Dyer outlines his journey into becoming a theatre director and what steps he took to get there. This video is part of a National Theatre series for Careers Week 2022. Watch more: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJgBmjHpqgs4DSJUKuc0tiAQItqX7a8Xx Clint Dyer, recently took on the role of Deputy Artistic Director at the National Theatre, after having a successful career as an actor, director and writer. Clint was Primarily an actor but has recently taken on more directing and writing roles. As an actor Clints credits include SUS (Young Vic), Ma Raineys Black Bottom (National theatre), The Kid Stays in the Picture (Royal Court/ Complicite). Clint has directed The Big Life (Apollo-West End and Stratford East), Kingston 14 (Stratford East), The Westbridge (Royal Court). As writer-director theatre includes, Death of England (National Theatre), Sylvia Plath (The Royal Court) and as writer co-director theatre includes The Happy Tragedy of Being Woke (Complicité). -- Guide to Creative Careers in Theatre Directing: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/about-the-national-theatre/careers/directing Further video resources about movement and choreography on the National Theatre's YouTube channel: From Script to Stage: https://youtu.be/-vPoqGoQL4E In Conversation with Roy Alexander-Weiss: https://youtu.be/8HitngAlKbk How do you become a Theatre Director? https://youtu.be/yTWUk3QZoLs A Directors Interpretation: The Comedy of Errors https://youtu.be/EnQ27ski0TE The Theatre Rehearsal Process: https://youtu.be/XMPs3FBmJ5g Katie Mitchell on directing multi-media productions: https://youtu.be/rAij9r9RvF0 Ten questions with Clint Dyer: https://youtu.be/-Xs7gzlLMYo -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Nicola Walker returns to the National Theatre for The Corn is Green

7 months ago

One person can make all the difference. Nicola Walker (The Split) plays a teacher determined to help young miners in North Wales in Emlyn Williams’ The Corn is Green. In the Lyttelton from 7 April: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/the-corn-is-green Directed by Dominic Cooke. -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Creative Careers: Introducing Voice and Dialect for Performance with Hazel Holder

7 months ago

How do you get into a career in voice and dialect coaching for theatre actors? Hazel Holder tells the story of her creative career in voice work and dialect training for the stage. She started out as a performer and transitioned to voice training later in her career. This video is part of a National Theatre series for Careers Week 2022. Watch more: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJgBmjHpqgs4DSJUKuc0tiAQItqX7a8Xx Hazel Holder studied MA Voice Studies at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and is a voice and dialect coach and a performer. She has worked extensively in theatre, as well as in TV, film and radio, with credits at the National Theatre including: Under Milk Wood, Death of England: Delroy, Death of England, Small Island, Nine Night, Barber Shop Chronicles, Pericles, Angels in America, Les Blancs and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. -- Guide to Creative Careers in Voice and Dialect: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/about-the-national-theatre/careers/voice Further video resources about voice and dialect work on the National Theatre's YouTube channel: An Actor’s Warm-Up: https://youtu.be/CFXqyl4C1J4 Vocal Warm-Up: Breathing: https://youtu.be/Tc-_hoG4nec Vocal Warm-Up: Resonance: https://youtu.be/rBoOyCLlCcU Vocal Warm-Up: Opening Up the Voice: https://youtu.be/7_MvlGKwLh0 Vocal Warm-Up: Articulation: https://youtu.be/uRdFtrv2yGA Text Work: Blank Verse from 'Much Ado About Nothing': https://youtu.be/5pQ_JbzdAb8 Vocal Exploration: Olivier Theatre: https://youtu.be/NrIU7oZnFhI Performance extract: Do not go gentle into that good night with Michael Sheen: https://youtu.be/w-sM-t1KI_Y Performance extract from Small Island with Leemore Marrett Jr: https://youtu.be/C02YPv0MYOU -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

Creative Careers: Introducing Movement Direction for Theatre with Rachael Nanyonjo

7 months ago

What is movement direction? How do you start a career in theatre and dance? Choreographer, Director and Movement Director, Rachael Nanyonjo, introduces her career in the performing arts. This video is part of a National Theatre series for Careers Week 2022. Watch more: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJgBmjHpqgs4DSJUKuc0tiAQItqX7a8Xx Rachael Nanyonjo is a Ugandan British Choreographer, Director, Movement Director, Lecturer, and Artistic Director of Kansaze Dance Theatre. Her work in theatre includes: Trouble in Mind (National Theatre), Misty (Trafalgar Studios), Shebeen (Nottingham Playhouse), Mass (Southbank Centre), The Jumper Factory (Young Vic), Two Trains Running (English Touring Theatre / Royal & Derngate). -- Guide to Creative Careers in Movement & Choreography: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/about-the-national-theatre/careers/movement-and-choreography Further video resources about movement and choreography on the National Theatre's YouTube channel: Choreographing a Showstopper for Follies: https://youtu.be/02i33-91too Movement in Jane Eyre: https://youtu.be/j_CgP6eLF1A Learning to Ballroom Dance for ‘Master Harold’... and the boys: https://youtu.be/V8j19Dzvxy4 Flying the Angel in Angels in America: https://youtu.be/loa2bOq9_so RashDash Devising Masterclass: https://youtu.be/47QhuLMLDL8 Frantic Assembly Masterclass: Learning to Fly: https://youtu.be/Q4mXhW7TXQ8 Movement in Hansard: https://youtu.be/JE48MEpOOj4 -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

'It's a baby!' from The Book of Dust - La Belle Sauvage | National Theatre Live

7 months ago

In cinemas now, and international cinemas from 7 April. From Philip Pullman's parallel universe, join two young people on an epic adventure as they find themselves at the centre of a terrifying manhunt. To find your nearest venue for The Book of Dust - La Belle Sauvage, go to https://thebookofdust.ntlive.com Set twelve years before his epic His Dark Materials trilogy, this gripping adaptation revisits Phillip Pullman's fantastical world in which waters are rising and storms are brewing. Two young people and their dæmons, with everything at stake, find themselves at the centre of a terrifying manhunt. In their care is a tiny child called Lyra Belacqua, and in that child lies the fate of the future. And as the waters rise around them, powerful adversaries conspire for mastery of Dust: salvation to some, the source of infinite corruption to others. Eighteen years after his ground breaking production of His Dark Materials at the National Theatre, director Nicholas Hytner returns to Pullman’s parallel universe. Broadcast live from London’s Bridge Theatre. #PhilipPullman #TheBookOfDust #NationalTheatreLive #Theatre -- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/NationalTheatre Sign up to our monthly newsletter: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/register/nt-news National Theatre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nationaltheatre National Theatre Twitter: https://twitter.com/NationalTheatre National Theatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationaltheatre National Theatre Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/NTLive National Theatre Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ntlive -- At the National Theatre in London, we make world-class theatre that is entertaining, challenging and inspiring. And we make it for everyone. National Theatre Live broadcast the best of British theatre to cinemas in the UK and around the world.

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The National Theatre began in 1963 with the first Artistic Director Lord Laurence Olivier begin directing and producing shows from The Old Vic Theatre. By 1977, the National Theatre moved into its current home on the South Bank. The building designed by Sir Denys Lasdun has become noted and famed for the brutalist concrete fly towers that overlook ...

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Adrian Grove

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Part: Sam Deems (from 12 Feb 2019)

Aimee Hodnett

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Part: Young Sandra (from 12 Feb 2019)

Alexander Hanson

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Part: Benjamin Stone (from 12 Feb 2019)

Alison Langer

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Part: Young Heidi (from 12 Feb 2019)

Alyn Hawke

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Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Anouska Eaton

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Part: Young Deedee (from 12 Feb 2019)

Billy Boyle

Part: Theodore Whitman (from 12 Feb 2019)

Bruce Graham

Part: Roscoe (from 12 Feb 2019)

Caroline Fitzgerald

@caleyishere

Part: Sandra Crane (from 12 Feb 2019)

Christine Tucker

@ChristineTucke_

Part: Young Phyllis (from 12 Feb 2019)

Claire Moore

Part: Hattie Walker (from 12 Feb 2019)

Dawn Hope

Part: Stella Deems (from 12 Feb 2019)

Gary Raymond

Part: Dimitri Weismann (from 12 Feb 2019)

Gemma Sutton

@gemmasutton1

Part: Young Sally (from 12 Feb 2019)

Geraldine Fitzgerald

Part: Solange LaFitte (from 12 Feb 2019)

Harry Hepple

@harryhepple

Part: Young Buddy (from 12 Feb 2019)

Ian McIntosh

@i_McIntosh

Part: Young Ben (from 12 Feb 2019)

Ian McLarnon

@ian_mclarnon

Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Janie Dee

@Deejanie

Part: Phyllis Rogers Stone (from 12 Feb 2019)

Jasmine Kerr

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Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Jeremy Batt

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Part: Young Theodore (from 12 Feb 2019)

Joanna Riding

Part: Sally Durant Plummer (from 12 Feb 2019)

Josephine Barstow

Part: Heidi Schiller (from 15 Apr 2019)

Julie Armstrong

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Part: Christine Donovan (from 12 Feb 2019)

Kaye Brown

@kebmk

Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Liam Wrate

@Liamwrate

Part: Chorus / Swing (from 12 Feb 2019)

Lindsay Atherton

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Part: Young Carlotta (from 12 Feb 2019)

Lisa Ritchie

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Part: Young Hattie (from 12 Feb 2019)

Liz Ewing

Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Liz Izen

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Part: Deedee West (from 12 Feb 2019)

Michael Remick

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Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Monica Swayne

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Part: Young Christine (from 12 Feb 2019)

Myra Sands

Part: Emily Whitman (from 12 Feb 2019)

Peter Forbes

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Part: Buddy Plummer (from 12 Feb 2019)

Rohan Richards

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Part: Kevin (from 12 Feb 2019)

Rosanna Bates

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Part: Young Emily (from 12 Feb 2019)

Sarah-Marie Maxwell

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Part: Young Solange (from 12 Feb 2019)

Tom Partridge

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Part: Ensemble (from 12 Feb 2019)

Tracie Bennett

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Part: Carlotta Campion (from 12 Feb 2019)

Vanessa Fisher

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Part: Young Stella (from 12 Feb 2019)

Adam Rhys-Charles

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Part: Young Ben (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Adrian Grove

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Part: Sam Deems (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Aimee Hodnett

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Part: Young Hattie (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Alex Young

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Part: Young Sally (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Alison Langer

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Part: Young Heidi (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Anouska Eaton

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Part: Young Emily (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Barnaby Thompson

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Part: Chorus Boy (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Billy Boyle

Part: Theodore Whitman (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Bruce Graham

Part: Roscoe (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Christine Tucker

@ChristineTucke_

Part: Young DeeDee & Showgirl (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Dawn Hope

Part: Stella Deems (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Di Botcher

@Dibot1

Part: Hattie Walker (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Edwin Ray

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Part: Chorus Boy (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Emily Goodenough

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Part: Showgirl (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Emily Langham

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Part: Young Carlotta (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Felicity Lott

Part: Heidi Schiller (22 Feb 2019 to 13 Apr 2019)

Fred Haig

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Part: Young Buddy (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Gary Raymond

Part: Dimitri Weismann (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Gemma Page

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Part: Christine Donovan (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Geraldine Fitzgerald

Part: Solange LaFitte (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Ian McLarnon

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Part: Ensemble (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Imelda Staunton

Part: Sally Durant Plummer (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Janie Dee

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Part: Phyllis Rogers Stone (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Jeremy Batt

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Part: Chorus Boy (22 Aug 2017 to 3 Jan 2018)

Jordan Shaw

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Josephine Barstow

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Julie Armstrong

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Kate Parr

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Leisha Mollyneaux

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Liz Ewing

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Liz Izen

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Michael Vinsen

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Norma Atallah

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Peter Forbes

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Philip Quast

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Sarah-Marie Maxwell

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Tracie Bennett

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Zizi Strallen

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