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Please note: The National Theatre building will be open to ticket holders only today, Saturday 16 May.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Les Liaisons Dangereuses

[IMG: A man and a woman lie on a bed covered with handwritten letters. The man wears a white shirt, purple shorts, and a brooch, while the woman wears a red corset dress and jewelry, holding a letter and gazing at the camera.]

[H3] Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Marianne Elliott directs Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner in a striking reimagining of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of Choderlos de Laclos’ classic novel.
Until 6 June 2026

Dates & tickets for Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Lyttelton Theatre
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War Horse

[IMG: A large, detailed horse puppet rises on its hind legs, operated by three people in dark clothing, against a smoky, dramatic background with bright stage lights shining through the haze.]

[H3] War Horse

Based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel, the Tony Award-winning global sensation returns to where it all began, nearly two decades after its debut at the National Theatre.
18 May — 30 July 2026

Dates & tickets for War Horse

Olivier Theatre
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Pride

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[H3] Pride

Fierce, funny and full of heart, Pride is based on the award-winning film which tells the inspiring true story of two threatened communities coming together.
11 June — 12 September 2026

Dates & tickets for Pride

Dorfman Theatre
-

The Misanthrope

[IMG: A person (Sandra Oh) with short, wavy dark hair is wearing a white collared shirt and gold earrings, looking directly at the camera against a blue background with their hand raised in the foreground.]

[H3] The Misanthrope

Sandra Oh is the Misanthrope in Martin Crimp's cutting new version of Molière's dark comedy, directed by National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham.
16 June — 1 August 2026

Dates & tickets for The Misanthrope

Lyttelton Theatre
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The Story

[IMG: Three people (Lorraine Toussaint, Letitia Wright and Ashley Thomas) stand close together, intensely reading a large newspaper that]

[H3] The Story

Gripping and adrenaline-fuelled, Tracey Scott Wilson’s seminal newsroom thriller is directed by Clint Dyer with a cast including Letitia Wright, Ashley Thomas, Lorraine Toussaint, and Wilf Scolding.
27 August — 24 October 2026

Dates & tickets for The Story

Olivier Theatre
-

The Jungle Book

[IMG: A silhouette of a person crouching, framed within the jaws of a swirling, fiery, tiger-shaped blaze, surrounded by glowing embers and vibrant orange, red, and purple flames against a dark background.]

[H3] The Jungle Book

This autumn, the beloved tale is reimagined and this thrilling new adaptation brings the jungle roaring to life on the Olivier stage.
13 November 2026 — 6 February 2027

Dates & tickets for The Jungle Book

Olivier Theatre
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[H3] Get pre-sale access to tickets
Our members book first for our new productions, including Electra/Persona, Cloud 9, Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists, Some Woman and The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.

Become a member

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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

[IMG: Maureen Lipman and Hugh Jackman in old-fashioned western clothing smile joyfully against a painted backdrop of blue sky and fields.]

[H3] Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

Hugh Jackman is Curly in the 1998 multi-Olivier Award-winning revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! – a joyful, all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre classic.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Audra McDonald: I Am What I Am (Director's Cut)

[IMG: Audra McDonald stands singing on the stage with her hands out.]

[H3] Audra McDonald: I Am What I Am (Director's Cut)

Standing ovations all round. Multi award-winning Audra McDonald sings the greatest musical theatre hits.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Mrs. Warren’s Profession

[IMG: Two women stand back-to-back inside a circular frame of green grass and colorful wildflowers. The older woman in front has light brown hair and wears a striped jacket; the younger woman behind her has dark brown hair and a serious expression.]

[H3] Mrs. Warren’s Profession

Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Ballet Shoes (2024)

[IMG: Three performers in whimsical costumes pose against a colorful, painted backdrop. One is upside down on a trapeze, another stands holding a prop, and the third hangs from aerial hoops. They wear fluffy dresses and expressive accessories.]

[H3] Ballet Shoes

Ballet Shoes, the beloved stage adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s classic, is now streaming on National Theatre at Home.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

End

[IMG: A smiling older couple stands together in a sunlit room, looking happy. The woman wears a red blouse, and the man wears a light-colored shirt. Light streams through a window, and artwork hangs on the wall behind them.]

[H3] End

A love story of music, laughter and heartache - Alfie and Julie must now write their ending.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

The Importance of Being Earnest (2024)

[IMG: Five people in colorful vintage attire are framed within pink square cutouts against a bright pink background. They each pose differently, showcasing their unique outfits, which feature eccentric accessories like a large hat, pearls, and floral embellishments.]

[H3] The Importance of Being Earnest

A trivial comedy for serious people
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

[H2] In cinemas

[IMG: A young man in a patterned sleeveless pullover leans against a windowledge, looking forward, while several women stand behind a window, watching him—one with her hand pressed to the glass. The scene has a dramatic, emotional atmosphere.]

[H3] The Playboy of the Western World
Nicola Coughlan joins Éanna Hardwicke and Siobhán McSweeney in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.
In cinemas from 28 May

Find a venue near you

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[H3] Introducing National Theatre Nationwide
Discover our brand-new partnership network with twelve leading English theatres, designed to boost access to theatre right around the country.
Productions will tour directly from our main stages to our partner venues across every region of England.

Introducing National Theatre Nationwide

[H2] Things to do on the South Bank

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[H3] Eating and drinking
From pre-show drinks to post-curtain conversations, we offer a range of thoughtfully curated food and drink across our building on the South Bank.
Whether you’re stopping by for a quick coffee at Grind, a beer at The Understudy or a relaxed meal at Lasdun Restaurant or Forza Wine, our bars and restaurants are open to all.

Eating and drinking at the National Theatre

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[H3] Shop
We are the leading theatre bookshop in the UK. Find our shop in the heart of the National Theatre and you’ll discover the latest plays, and a carefully chosen range of books and unique giftware.
Every purchase supports the work of the National Theatre.

National Theatre online shop

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[H3] Free exhibitions
The Linbury Prize exhibition
Presenting the work of the 2025 prize recipients. 12 emerging stage designers have been selected for their technical skill, artistic ability and creative vision as the brightest talent from across the UK.
An Introduction to Stage Design
Discover the work of participants of our Introduction to Stage Design course in this free stage design exhibition.

Free exhibitions

Please note: The National Theatre building will be open to ticket holders only today, Saturday 16 May.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

[H1] What's on by event

Explore what’s on at the National Theatre, from plays and musicals on stage at our South Bank home to theatre screenings in cinemas and productions available to watch online.
Whether you are planning a visit to London or your local cinema, or looking to watch theatre at home, explore our current and upcoming theatre shows.

[H2] New shows announced

Electra/Persona

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[H3] Electra/Persona

Benedict Andrews directs Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss in this psychologically intense and formally inventive new production.
19 August — 10 October 2026

Dates & tickets for Electra/Persona

Lyttelton Theatre
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Cloud 9

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[H3] Cloud 9

What happens when identity, power and desire collide across time? Caryl Churchill’s daring classic is reimagined by Dominic Cooke in a bold new production.
2 November 2026 — 13 January 2027

Dates & tickets for Cloud 9

Lyttelton Theatre
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Some Woman

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[H3] Some Woman

What happens when an ordinary woman refuses to be quiet? Anne-Marie Duff (Bad Sisters) features in this provocative new play by Helen Edmundson, directed by Blanche McIntyre.
7 October — 21 November 2026

Dates & tickets for Some Woman

Dorfman Theatre
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Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists

[IMG: Seven people in dark, old-fashioned clothing sit and stand in a pyramid formation on a dimly lit stage, with a bouquet of flowers at the front.]

[H3] Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists

Tiago Rodrigues (Director of Festival d’Avignon) brings his confronting and politically charged play to the National Theatre for its UK premiere.
19 — 26 September 2026

Dates & tickets for Catarina and the Beauty of Killing Fascists

Dorfman Theatre
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The Rise and Fall of Little Voice

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[H3] The Rise and Fall of Little Voice

Jim Cartwright’s modern classic returns in a major new production featuring Francesca Mills (Silent Witness), directed by Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge).
2 December 2026 — 23 January 2027

Dates & tickets for The Rise and Fall of Little Voice

Dorfman Theatre
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Les Liaisons Dangereuses

[IMG: A man and a woman lie on a bed covered with handwritten letters. The man wears a white shirt, purple shorts, and a brooch, while the woman wears a red corset dress and jewelry, holding a letter and gazing at the camera.]

[H3] Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Marianne Elliott directs Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner in a striking reimagining of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of Choderlos de Laclos’ classic novel.
Until 6 June 2026

Dates & tickets for Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Lyttelton Theatre
-

War Horse

[IMG: A large, detailed horse puppet rises on its hind legs, operated by three people in dark clothing, against a smoky, dramatic background with bright stage lights shining through the haze.]

[H3] War Horse

Based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel, the Tony Award-winning global sensation returns to where it all began, nearly two decades after its debut at the National Theatre.
18 May — 30 July 2026

Dates & tickets for War Horse

Olivier Theatre
-

Pride

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[H3] Pride

Fierce, funny and full of heart, Pride is based on the award-winning film which tells the inspiring true story of two threatened communities coming together.
11 June — 12 September 2026

Dates & tickets for Pride

Dorfman Theatre
-

The Misanthrope

[IMG: A person (Sandra Oh) with short, wavy dark hair is wearing a white collared shirt and gold earrings, looking directly at the camera against a blue background with their hand raised in the foreground.]

[H3] The Misanthrope

Sandra Oh is the Misanthrope in Martin Crimp's cutting new version of Molière's dark comedy, directed by National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham.
16 June — 1 August 2026

Dates & tickets for The Misanthrope

Lyttelton Theatre
-

The Story

[IMG: Three people (Lorraine Toussaint, Letitia Wright and Ashley Thomas) stand close together, intensely reading a large newspaper that]

[H3] The Story

Gripping and adrenaline-fuelled, Tracey Scott Wilson’s seminal newsroom thriller is directed by Clint Dyer with a cast including Letitia Wright, Ashley Thomas, Lorraine Toussaint, and Wilf Scolding.
27 August — 24 October 2026

Dates & tickets for The Story

Olivier Theatre
-

The Jungle Book

[IMG: A silhouette of a person crouching, framed within the jaws of a swirling, fiery, tiger-shaped blaze, surrounded by glowing embers and vibrant orange, red, and purple flames against a dark background.]

[H3] The Jungle Book

This autumn, the beloved tale is reimagined and this thrilling new adaptation brings the jungle roaring to life on the Olivier stage.
13 November 2026 — 6 February 2027

Dates & tickets for The Jungle Book

Olivier Theatre
-

The Rise and Fall of Little Voice on tour

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[H3] The Rise and Fall of Little Voice on tour

Jim Cartwright’s modern classic returns for a National tour, in a major new production featuring Francesca Mills (Silent Witness), directed by Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge).
2 December 2026 — 20 March 2027

View tour dates for The Rise and Fall of Little Voice on tour

National tour

Inter Alia at Wyndham's Theatre

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[H3] Inter Alia

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike brings her ‘transfixing shape-shifting performance’ (Telegraph) to the West End.
Until 20 June 2026

Dates & tickets for Inter Alia at Wyndham's Theatre

Wyndham's Theatre

Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre

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[H3] Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre

The Tony and Grammy Award®-winning musical phenomenon by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin. Now booking to Sunday 27 June 2027.
Now playing

Book tickets with Nimax for Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre

Lyric Theatre

Tickets from £25

Hamlet at BAM

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[H3] Hamlet at Brooklyn Academy of Music

Something’s rotten in Denmark. Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in a bold, darkly funny take on Shakespeare’s tragedy, directed by Robert Hastie.
Until 17 May 2026

Info & Tickets for Hamlet at BAM

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)

Inter Alia

[IMG: Rosamund Pike wearing a black jacket and white shirt stands against an orange background. A circular badge in the corner reads]

[H3] Inter Alia

Rosamund Pike brings her Olivier Award-nominated “tour-de-force" (Metro) performance to Broadway in a “searing legal drama” (Guardian).
10 November 2026 — 21 February 2027

Book tickets with Telecharge for Inter Alia

Music Box Theatre

NT Live: All My Sons

[IMG: A woman in a beige dress stands behind a older man wearing a blue shirt and sitting facing forward, both have serious expressions. A mirror beside them reflects them differently, both smiling and there are falling leaves in the mirror.]

[H3] All My Sons

Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste feature in the triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic.
In cinemas now

Find a cinema near you for NT Live: All My Sons

At cinemas nationwide

The Playboy of the Western World

[IMG: A young man in a patterned sleeveless pullover leans against a windowledge, looking forward, while several women stand behind a window, watching him—one with her hand pressed to the glass. The scene has a dramatic, emotional atmosphere.]

[H3] The Playboy of the Western World

Nicola Coughlan joins Éanna Hardwicke and Siobhán McSweeney in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.
In cinemas from 28 May 2026

Find a cinema near you for The Playboy of the Western World

At cinemas nationwide

Les Liaisons Dangereuses

[IMG: A man and a woman lie on a bed covered with handwritten letters. The man wears a white shirt, purple shorts, and a brooch, while the woman wears a red corset dress and jewelry, holding a letter and gazing at the camera.]

[H3] Les Liaisons Dangereuses

BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville joins Aidan Turner in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel.
In cinemas from 25 June 2026

Find a cinema near you for Les Liaisons Dangereuses

At cinemas nationwide

The Audience

[IMG: A woman with short curly hair, wearing a royal blue dress, pearl necklace, and brooch, sits on a decorated chair against a dark red, blurred background.]

[H3] The Audience

Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the much-anticipated return of the hit production.
In select international cinemas

Find a cinema near you for The Audience

Outside the UK

Hamlet

[IMG: A person in a dark suit and ruffled collar sits dramatically in red theater seats, holding a skull in one hand, evoking a classic Shakespearean pose.]

[H3] Hamlet

Something’s rotten in Denmark. Olivier winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in a bold, darkly funny take on Shakespeare’s tragedy, directed by Robert Hastie.
In select international cinemas

Find a venue near you for Hamlet

Outside the UK

NT Live: The Fifth Step

[IMG: Two men stand close together in a room with scattered chairs and cups on the floor. One man in a suit holds a coffee, while the other, in a t-shirt, holds a crumpled pape cup, both looking ahead with serious expressions.]

[H3] The Fifth Step

Jack Lowden is joined by Martin Freeman in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.
In select international cinemas

Find a venue near you for NT Live: The Fifth Step

Outside the UK

Mrs. Warren’s Profession

[IMG: Two women stand back-to-back inside a circular frame of green grass and colorful wildflowers. The older woman in front has light brown hair and wears a striped jacket; the younger woman behind her has dark brown hair and a serious expression.]

[H3] Mrs. Warren’s Profession

Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.
In select international cinemas

Find a venue near you for Mrs. Warren’s Profession

Outside the UK

Man and Boy

[IMG: A man in a suit, dramatically lit in red, seems to be falling and reaches forward with an intense expression. In the far background and below the first man, a younger man stands casually, Both are set against a plain, light background.]

[H3] Man and Boy

It’s 1930s New York City, and one international financier’s luck has finally run out.
Streaming soon

Streaming from 21 May

Online

The Audience

[IMG: A woman with short curly hair, wearing a royal blue dress, pearl necklace, and brooch, sits on a decorated chair against a dark red, blurred background.]

[H3] The Audience

Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier & Tony Award®-winning hit production The Audience. Streaming from 2 June on National Theatre at Home. Not available to stream outside the UK.
Streaming soon

Streaming from 2 June

Online

Audra McDonald: I Am What I Am (Director's Cut)

[IMG: Audra McDonald stands singing on the stage with her hands out.]

[H3] Audra McDonald: I Am What I Am (Director's Cut)

Standing ovations all round. Multi award-winning Audra McDonald sings the greatest musical theatre hits.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

[IMG: Maureen Lipman and Hugh Jackman in old-fashioned western clothing smile joyfully against a painted backdrop of blue sky and fields.]

[H3] Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

Hugh Jackman is Curly in the 1998 multi-Olivier Award-winning revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! – a joyful, all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre classic.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Judi Dench & Ian McKellen in conversation with Jim Carter

[IMG: Judi Dench, Ian McKellen and Jim Carter, are shown in individual portrait photos against a bright orange background. Each person is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.]

[H3] Judi Dench & Ian McKellen in conversation with Jim Carter

Judi Dench and Ian McKellen share an intimate glimpse into their remarkable careers, in conversation with fellow actor and friend Jim Carter.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Mrs. Warren’s Profession

[IMG: Two women stand back-to-back inside a circular frame of green grass and colorful wildflowers. The older woman in front has light brown hair and wears a striped jacket; the younger woman behind her has dark brown hair and a serious expression.]

[H3] Mrs. Warren’s Profession

Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

End

[IMG: A smiling older couple stands together in a sunlit room, looking happy. The woman wears a red blouse, and the man wears a light-colored shirt. Light streams through a window, and artwork hangs on the wall behind them.]

[H3] End

A love story of music, laughter and heartache - Alfie and Julie must now write their ending.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

The Importance of Being Earnest (2024)

[IMG: Five people in colorful vintage attire are framed within pink square cutouts against a bright

[H1] What's on by event

[H2] Online shows

Man and Boy

[IMG: A man in a suit, dramatically lit in red, seems to be falling and reaches forward with an intense expression. In the far background and below the first man, a younger man stands casually, Both are set against a plain, light background.]

[H3] Man and Boy

It’s 1930s New York City, and one international financier’s luck has finally run out.
Streaming soon

Streaming from 21 May

Online

The Audience

[IMG: A woman with short curly hair, wearing a royal blue dress, pearl necklace, and brooch, sits on a decorated chair against a dark red, blurred background.]

[H3] The Audience

Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier & Tony Award®-winning hit production The Audience. Streaming from 2 June on National Theatre at Home. Not available to stream outside the UK.
Streaming soon

Streaming from 2 June

Online

Audra McDonald: I Am What I Am (Director's Cut)

[IMG: Audra McDonald stands singing on the stage with her hands out.]

[H3] Audra McDonald: I Am What I Am (Director's Cut)

Standing ovations all round. Multi award-winning Audra McDonald sings the greatest musical theatre hits.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

[IMG: Maureen Lipman and Hugh Jackman in old-fashioned western clothing smile joyfully against a painted backdrop of blue sky and fields.]

[H3] Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

Hugh Jackman is Curly in the 1998 multi-Olivier Award-winning revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! – a joyful, all-singing, all-dancing musical theatre classic.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Judi Dench & Ian McKellen in conversation with Jim Carter

[IMG: Judi Dench, Ian McKellen and Jim Carter, are shown in individual portrait photos against a bright orange background. Each person is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.]

[H3] Judi Dench & Ian McKellen in conversation with Jim Carter

Judi Dench and Ian McKellen share an intimate glimpse into their remarkable careers, in conversation with fellow actor and friend Jim Carter.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Mrs. Warren’s Profession

[IMG: Two women stand back-to-back inside a circular frame of green grass and colorful wildflowers. The older woman in front has light brown hair and wears a striped jacket; the younger woman behind her has dark brown hair and a serious expression.]

[H3] Mrs. Warren’s Profession

Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

End

[IMG: A smiling older couple stands together in a sunlit room, looking happy. The woman wears a red blouse, and the man wears a light-colored shirt. Light streams through a window, and artwork hangs on the wall behind them.]

[H3] End

A love story of music, laughter and heartache - Alfie and Julie must now write their ending.
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

The Importance of Being Earnest (2024)

[IMG: Five people in colorful vintage attire are framed within pink square cutouts against a bright pink background. They each pose differently, showcasing their unique outfits, which feature eccentric accessories like a large hat, pearls, and floral embellishments.]

[H3] The Importance of Being Earnest

A trivial comedy for serious people
Now streaming

Watch on National Theatre at Home

Online

Bacchae

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[H3] Bacchae

Opening her tenure as National Theatre Artistic Director, Indhu Rubasingham stages Nima Taleghani’s (Heartstopper) thrilling new version of Euripides’ timeless tragedy.
Now streaming

Watch now on National Theatre at Home

Online

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Please note: The National Theatre building will be open to ticket holders only today, Saturday 16 May.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

[H2] Opening times

Our building opens from 10am until 11pm, Monday to Saturday.
Our car park is open 7 days a week (details of opening hours and closures are posted on the car park section on the ‘Getting here’ page)

[H2] Getting here

You’ll find us on London’s South Bank close to Waterloo, Embankment and Southwark stations.
We are well connected on public transport by tube, bus, cycle routes and river boat services. If you’re driving, we offer an underground car-park.
More travel information

[H3] How to find us

National Theatre, Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX
Get directions

[H2] Places to eat

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Enjoy great food in a variety of styles before and after the show.
Treat yourself to modern British cuisine at Lasdun Restaurant and Italian-ish sharing plates at Forza Wine, both serving fabulous cocktails.
Tuck in to the finest quality street food at The Understudy, and at our outdoor Street Food market (in summer), in partnership with independent food pioneers KERB, bringing their renowned network of street food start-ups to the South Bank.

Explore our restaurants and bars

[H2] Things to do

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[H3] Take a guided tour
Journey behind the scenes to find out how we make the magic on stage.

View Theatre Tours

[H3] Explore our exhibitions
Explore our free exhibitions, at the South Bank and online

Exhibitions

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[H3] Visit the archive
From props to prompt scripts, photographs and recordings – our Archive holds a treasure trove of material for you to explore.

Visit the Archive

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[H3] Browse our bookshop
Discover an unrivalled selection of playtexts and specialist performing arts titles, as well as a carefully curated range of books and gifts.

Bookshop information

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[H3] Discover our Natural Dye and Wellbeing Garden
Located on our Riverside terrace, the garden is free to explore during our opening times.

Natural Dye and Wellbeing Garden

[H2] Explore our theatres and event spaces

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Inside our South Bank building you’ll find three theatres, spacious foyers and two learning spaces, and a short walk away is our Studio, next door to the Old Vic.
Explore our theatres and spaces

Our theatres and event spaces

[H2] Access

We believe in making theatre that’s accessible to everyone. Learn more about how we can support your visit, with our range of assisted performances and accessibility services.
View our access services

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[H2] Hire us

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[H3] Private events
Available for private hire, our flexible rooftop events venue offers breath-taking panoramic views across the river Thames.

Visit the Buffini Chao Deck website

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[H3] Commercial filming and photography
To arrange commercial filming or photography at the National Theatre, contact our Business Development team.

Filming and Photography permissions

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[H3] Costume & props hire
Our Hire department offers thousands of beautifully crafted costumes, furniture props and armour from past National Theatre productions, available for hire.

Find out about Costume and props hire

[H2] Everyone is welcome

We are all part of making the National Theatre a welcoming, inspiring place where everyone can feel they belong, whatever the purpose of their visit.
Discriminatory and intimidating behaviour have no place here. If you experience any, we’ll take action. Speak to any member of staff who can refer you to a manager. We’re here to be proactive and to help.
We take pride in acting with care and compassion, and everyone who visits or works here is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. This place exists to spark creativity and thought, but please don’t assume that other visitors and staff will necessarily agree with your point of view.
Please be open, patient, and kind.
Read our visit guidelines

Please note: The National Theatre building will be open to ticket holders only today, Saturday 16 May.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

[H2] About Accessible Theatre
Through a programme of assisted performances, accessibility devices and adjustments at our South Bank home, we hope to meet the requirements of deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people, as well as those who have requirements due to physical or mental health conditions.
Planning a theatre visit should be straightforward for everyone. We provide a range of accessible theatre experiences so audiences can enjoy plays, musicals and theatre events in ways that suit their needs.
From captioned theatre performances and British Sign Language interpretation to audio described shows and relaxed performances, our access programme helps ensure more people can experience live theatre in London with confidence.

[H2] Contact us
Get in touch if you would like to find out more about what we offer or have any specific questions about Access provision for visits to the National Theatre.
You can also contact us directly if you would prefer to apply to the Access Scheme by phone, or if you have specific seating requirements and prefer to book directly with the Box Office:
Call 020 7452 3961
Email boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk
To contact our Access team, please email access@nationaltheatre.org.uk

[H2] Join our Access scheme
Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent visitors are invited to join our Access scheme in order to ensure that we can better meet their requirements
Individuals who are signed up to the Access scheme will be able to:
Book tickets for accessible seats online including wheelchair user spaces
Receive information on any upcoming access performance
Have early booking for access tickets
Receive adjusted seat prices for themselves and a companion
Sign up today

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[H2] Visiting us on the South Bank
You can find information about transport routes, parking spaces for Blue Badge holders, and our car park on our Getting here page
We also have details about our Olivier, Lyttelton and Dorfman Theatres (including wheelchair-user spaces) to help you plan your visit.

[H2] Find the right assisted performance for you
We have a range of assisted performances available at the South Bank, as well as additional support for all of our shows.

[H3] Audio described
During these performances, the actors dialogue is incorporated with live commentary that explains what is happening on stage via a headset.
In addition, we also provide Touch Tours and audio notes beforehand.
View all Audio described performances

[H3] British Sign Language interpreted
For these performances we hold tickets with the best view of the interpreter for members of our Access Scheme. The best seats are not known until closer to the performance – to book early please call our Access phone line 020 7452 3961 or email boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk.
In the run up to the performance, once the best seats have been identified, Access Scheme members must log in to be able to select these tickets.
We also offer integrated BSL for some shows, in which the interpreter is integrated into the performance.
View all BSL intepreted and integrated performances

[H3] Captioned
These performances have text on screens so that Deaf and hard of hearing, or anyone that would like to read along, can also enjoy the performance.
The best seats to view the captions are not known until closer to the performance – to book early please call our Access phone line 020 7452 3961 or email boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk.
In the run up to the performance, once the best seats have been identified, Access Scheme members must log in to be able to select these tickets.
View all Captioned performances

[H3] Chilled
These performances allow for noise and movement in the auditorium, as well as re-entry for anyone who may need time away from the performance.
View all Chilled performances

[H3] Relaxed performances
Technical changes (such as adjustments to light and sound effects) are made for those with sensory sensitivities. These performances also allow for noise and movement in the auditorium, a chill-out space for anyone who may need time away from the performance, and re-entry when needed.
View all Relaxed performances

[H3] Dementia-friendly performances
Tailored to suit the needs of people living with dementia, these performances have a relaxed environment in the auditorium. Adjustments are also made to the production to make a welcoming experience.
A visual story is also sent ahead of time to help prepare for the performance.
View all Dementia-friendly performances

[H2] Support available for your visit
Along with our Access performances, we also have a range of support in place to help you attend any of our shows.

[H3] Hearing enhancement headsets
All three theatres use an infra-red hearing enhancement system. You can collect the William AV headsets to access the system on arrival outside each of our theatres.
[H3] Hearing loop system
Both the Olivier and the Lyttelton theatres have hearing loops. Due to the changing layout of the Dorfman Theatre there is no installed loop, but you can request a personal neck-loop from the Dorfman cloakroom.
[H3] Assistance animals
We welcome assistance animals.
We can offer you an aisle seat, and let you know about any special effects that might affect your dog. Alternatively, you can leave your assistance animal with our front-of-house staff.
Assistance animals are expected to be suitably trained and appropriately insured.
[H3] Smart caption glasses
Due to essential upgrades to our computer systems across our three theatres, an issue has arisen which has impacted the use of Smart caption glasses. Regrettably, we have had to suspend the use of this service at this time.
We are very sorry about the impact this suspension has on our deaf and hard-of-hearing audience members. We are working hard to resolve this issue and hope to have them functioning again as soon as possible. In the meantime please contact our dedicated Access team for any assistance.

[H2] Access FAQs

What is a captioned theatre performance?

A captioned theatre performance displays the spoken dialogue and key sound effects as text on screens.
Captioning allows deaf and hard-of-hearing audience members to follow the performance while watching the action on stage.

What is an audio described theatre performance?

Audio-described performances include a live commentary that explains the visual elements of the production.
Through a headset, audience members hear descriptions of movement, costumes, lighting and set changes during pauses in the dialogue.

What is a BSL interpreted theatre performance?

A BSL interpreted performance includes a British Sign Language interpreter interpreting the spoken dialogue and sound cues into sign language. This allows Deaf audiences who use BSL to follow the play.

How do accessible theatre tickets work?

Accessible theatre tickets at the National Theatre are available for visitors who require specific seating or support. This may include suitable spaces for wheelchair-users, companion tickets, or seating with the best view of captions or BSL interpreters.
Joining the National Theatre Access Scheme helps ensure these requirements are recognised when booking.

Can I attend the National Theatre if I have sensory sensitivities?

Yes. Selected performances are adapted to create a more relaxed theatre environment.
justments may include changes to lighting or sound levels, as well as a more flexible auditorium where audience members can move around if needed.

How do I know which performances have access services?

Each show page lists assisted performances such as captioned, BSL interpreted and audio-described performances.
You can also explore upcoming accessible performances across our programme or contact the Access team at boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk for advice when planning your visit.

[H2] National Theatre shows near you

We have a wide range of shows online with captions, BSL and audio description on National Theatre at Home. You can also find our National Theatre Live programme in cinemas around the world.

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[H3] National Theatre at Home

Watch on National Theatre at Home

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[H3] National Theatre Live

Find a cinema screening near you

[H2] Supporters

Access at the National Theatre is supported by The Band Trust and The Lewis Family Charitable Trust.
Find out more about supporting our work

Please note: The National Theatre building will be open to ticket holders only today, Saturday 16 May.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

[H2] Members

Gifts from our members help create unforgettable stories for the UK and the world. To show our thanks, you’ll have opportunities to get closer to the NT.

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[H3] Become a member
Find out more about Membership

Become a member

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[H3] Members' area
Information and upcoming events for current members

Members area

[H2] Donations

As a registered charity, we rely on donations to make world-class theatre for everyone. Your support can help hundreds of thousands of people experience the joy of theatre.

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[H3] Make a donation

Make a donation

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[H3] Why support?

Stories Start Here

[H2] Corporate support

By working with the National Theatre, your organisation can access a range of brand, PR and stakeholder benefits whilst proudly supporting the UK’s thriving cultural sector.
Find out more about how we can work with your business.

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[H3] Corporate partnerships
The National Theatre offers a range of scalable opportunities to meet your businesses objectives. which include three levels of membership, and a range of innovative partnership opportunities.

Corporate Partnerships

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[H3] Corporate memberships
Designed with your stakeholder engagement needs at their core, our corporate memberships deliver a range of flexible benefits at our London South Bank home and beyond.
Gold (from £20,000)
Platinum (from £40,000)
Premium (from £60,000)

Corporate Memberships

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[H3] Events and hospitality
The NT can deliver exceptional hospitality inspired by the best theatre the UK has to offer.

Corporate events

[H2] Other ways to support

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[H3] Trusts and foundations
Grants from trusts and foundations in the UK and the US support a huge range of programmes for artists, audiences, young people and communities.

Trusts and Foundations

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[H3] Leave a gift in your Will
By remembering the National Theatre in your Will, you will be helping future audiences to enjoy the National Theatre as you do today.

Legacies

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[H3] NT in America
US taxpayers can support NT in America by making a donation in dollars.

American Associates of the National Theatre

[H2] Thank you for your support

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Stories nurtured in a creative powerhouse that attracts world leading talent to make unforgettable theatre.
Stories brought to life by the skilled experts of today and tomorrow with cutting-edge theatre technology and facilities.
Stories shared live and digitally to ​audiences across the UK and around the world.
Stories firing imagination and creativity that lasts a lifetime.
Find out about the impact of your support

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We are transparent with our donors and supporters, ensuring that our fundraising is legal, open, honest and respectful.