National Theatre :: Shows

Collaborators

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:08:32 +0100

Inspired by historical fact, Collaborators embarks on a surreal journey into the fevered imagination of the writer Mikhail Bulgakov as he loses himself in a macabre and disturbingly funny relationship with Stalin.

The Comedy of Errors

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:23:02 +0100

Shakespeareos furiously paced comedy will be staged in a contemporary world into which walk three prohibited foreigners who see everything for the first time.

Juno and the Paycock

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:40:03 +0100

One of the great plays of the twentieth century, Sean OoCaseyos Juno and the Paycock offers a devastating portrait of wasted potential in a Dublin torn apart by the chaos of the Irish Civil War, 1922. A co-production with the Abbey Theatre.

One Man, Two Guvnors at the Adelphi Theatre

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:03:30 +0100

The National Theatre's smash-hit production at the Adelphi Theatre until 25 February.

The Pitmen Painters

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:08:54 +0100

Following celebrated seasons at the National Theatre and on Broadway, Lee Hall's The Pitmen Painters will at last enjoy a West End season at the Duchess Theatre.

War Horse in the West End

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:44:07 +0000

The National Theatre's smash hit is now playing at the New London Theatre in Drury Lane.

Island

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:28:13 +0100

National Theatre Learning presents this absorbing new play from Nicky Singer, author of the acclaimed novel Feather Boy which won the Blue Peter Book Award and was subsequently filmed by the BBC, winning a BAFTA for Best Childrenos Drama.

She Stoops to Conquer

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:15:40 +0100

One of the great, generous-hearted and ingenious comedies of the English language, Goldsmithos She Stoops to Conquer offers a celebration of chaos, courtship and the dysfunctional family.

Travelling Light

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:07:37 +0100

Antony Sher plays Jacob in a funny and fascinating tribute to the Eastern European immigrants who became major players in Hollywoodos golden age.

NT Live filming: The Comedy of Errors 1 March 2012

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:42:53 +0000

The filmed performance of Shakespeareos furiously paced comedy, staged in a contemporary world into which walk three prohibited foreigners who see everything for the first time.

One Man, Two Guvnors at the Theatre Royal Haymarket

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:21:30 +0000

The National Theatre's smash-hit production transfers to the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

Moon on a Rainbow Shawl

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:10:53 +0100

Set as returning troops from the Second World War fill the town with their raucous celebrations, Errol Johnos Moon on a Rainbow Shawl, written in 1953, depicts a vibrant, cosmopolitan world that is as harsh as it is filled with colour and warmth.

Can We Talk About This?

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:23:56 +0100

A co-production with DV8 Physical Theatre, based on real voices and interviews, with leading figures from across the religious, political, cultural and social spectrum.

Black T-shirt Collection

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:43:17 +0000

Following his acclaimed performance of The 14th Tale in 2010, Inua Ellams returns to the National Theatre with a new story about two foster brothers building a global t-shirt brand.

Misterman

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:19:30 +0000

Cillian Murphy returns to the London stage to play the population of an entire town in a tour-de-force solo performance of epic proportions.

Collaborators in the Olivier

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:49:24 +0000

Transferring to the Olivier Theatre. Inspired by historical fact, Collaborators embarks on a surreal journey into the fevered imagination of Mikhail Bulgakov as he loses himself in a macabre and disturbingly funny relationship with Stalin.

Detroit

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:40:27 +0000

Lisa DoAmouros brutal, hilarious play makes its London premiere in a new production by Austin Pendleton, who directed its hugely acclaimed premiere at Chicagoos Steppenwolf Theatre.

Antigone

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:27:51 +0000

Desperate to gain control over a city ravaged by civil war, Creon refuses to bury the body of Antigoneos rebellious brother. Outraged, she defies his edict.

GATZ at the Noël Coward Theatre

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:57:34 +0000

A remarkable re-enactment of F. Scott Fitzgeraldos masterpiece The Great Gatsby. An epic 8-hour theatrical experience.

Play Without Words at Sadler's Wells

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:59:08 +0000