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BALLET SHOES to Play Milton Keynes Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026

The National Theatre production of BALLET SHOES will perform at Milton Keynes Theatre. Tickets are now available.

BALLET SHOES National Theatre Tour to Begin August 2027 with Anton Du Beke
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

The National Theatre's production of BALLET SHOES will launch a UK tour beginning August 2027, with stops at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London and venues across the country through early 2028. STRICTLY COME DANCING star Anton Du Beke makes his National Theatre debut in the role of Great Uncle Matthew and Fidolia.

Ciarán Hinds, Tracy Letts, Eight World Premieres and More Set for National Theatre's 2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2026

The National Theatre’s 2027 programme will include eight world premieres alongside much-loved classics, and a unique reach that extends across stages, screens and communities.

Freelancers Make Theatre Work Secures £150K Funding to Support UK Performing Arts Freelancers
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026

Freelancers Make Theatre Work secured new funding, including £150,000 from Arts Council England, to expand support for the UK performing arts freelance workforce, which makes up around 70% of the sector.

The National Theatre Launches Touring Partnership With 12 Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

The National Theatre has announced National Theatre Nationwide: a new landmark partnership with 12 leading theatres in all nine regions of England dedicated to ensuring parity of access to art and culture, enriching people’s lives–wherever they live.

INTER ALIA, Starring Rosamund Pike, Will Arrive on Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Suzie Miller’s new play, Inter Alia, will be coming to Broadway this Fall for a strictly limited engagement, starring Rosamund Pike. We have all of the details here!

Dame Harriet Walter and Sir Jonathan Bate to Lead Shakespeare Festival for Prison Leavers
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

A weekend of performances, talks and film exploring madness in Shakespeare's plays will take place in the Suffolk coastal town of Aldeburgh this May. Learn more here!

Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and More Lead 2026 Programming at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!

SINE Digital Appointed As New Agency Partner For The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025

The National Theatre has appointed SINE Digital as its new media agency partner, following a competitive tender process. Learn more about the appointment here!

National Theatre Unveils New Opportunities For Young Creatives
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025

The National Theatre has announced that applications are now open for three major training programmes designed to inspire and equip the next generation of backstage professionals.

INTER ALIA Will Transfer to the West End With Rosamund Pike
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

The National Theatre and Playful Productions have announced that Inter Alia, the National Theatre's recent production will transfer to the West End next Spring for a strictly limited season.

12 Designers Announced as Linbury Prize For Stage Design Recipients
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025

Twelve emerging designers are announced as recipients of the Linbury Prize for Stage Design 2025. As the UK's leading award for emerging theatre design talent, the prize offers a vital launchpad into the world of professional theatre.

New Partnership Brings The National Theatre Collection to U.S. Classrooms
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025

The Educational Theatre Association has announced a partnership with the National Theatre of Great Britain that will provide free, unlimited access to more than 70 world-class productions.

National Theatre's Schools Programme Will Bring Streamed Productions to Students Across the UK and US
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025

The National Theatre has announced its Autumn programme for schools across the UK, deepening its work with young people to support its continued ambition to reach every child in the UK before they leave school. 

The National Theatre Unveils Five Key Appointments
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2025

The National Theatre has appointed two new leaders to join Co-Chief Executives Indhu Rubasingham and Kate Varah’s Executive Committee, with responsibility for Learning and Digital. Learn more!

The National Theatre Reveals Five Key Appointments
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2025

As part of its commitment to innovating in an era of rapid technological and social change, the National Theatre has appointed two new leaders to join Co-Chief Executives Indhu Rubasingham and Kate Varah’s Executive Committee.

Applications Open for Linbury Prize for Stage Design 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2025

Applications are now open for the biennial nationwide Linbury Prize for Stage Design, the UK’s leading award for emerging industry design talent. Learn more about how to apply here!

Video: National Theatre Releases THE NEXT MORNING Short Film
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025

To mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, the National Theatre has released The Next Morning, a short film by Olivier Award-winning writer James Graham, featuring Julian Glover, Joseph Mydell and Siân Phillips.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Union Leader Condemns NEA Grant Terminations, The National Theatre Has a Global Vision
by Alex Freeman - May 5, 2025

This week, we look at AFM Local 802's response to NEA grant terminations and the impressive $7 million milestone reached by the WICKED tour for Broadway Cares. Stateside, we spotlight the just-announced nominees for the Tony Awards and celebrate the winners of the Lucille Lortel Awards for Off-Broadway excellence. Our Broadway analysis delves into April's box office figures, while we also celebrate Audra McDonald becoming the most Tony-nominated performer in history. Regionally, we cover a leadership transition at Central Florida Community Arts, and internationally, we explore the National Theatre's ambitious global vision.

National Theatre Welcomes New Artistic Associates Miranda Cromwell, Dr Sophie Duncan, Clint Dyer, and Lynn Nottage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025

The National Theatre has announced that Director and Choreographer Miranda Cromwell; author, academic, and dramaturg Dr Sophie Duncan; and Pulitzer-winning playwright Lynn Nottage have been appointed as Artistic Associates.