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Located on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, The National Theatre opened in 1835 and is the nation’s oldest venue still presenting touring Broadway.News
Arena Stage Receives Edgerton Foundation New Play Award for FREMONT AVE.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Arena Stage has received the Edgerton Foundation New Play Award for Fremont Ave. by Reggie D. White, directed by Lili-Anne Brown.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Arena Stage has received the Edgerton Foundation New Play Award for Fremont Ave. by Reggie D. White, directed by Lili-Anne Brown.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE Comes to the Warner Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
The Warner Theatre will present DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE, winner of the 2024 Olivier Award for Best Family Entertainment, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Oneglia Auditorium.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
The Warner Theatre will present DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE, winner of the 2024 Olivier Award for Best Family Entertainment, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Oneglia Auditorium.
Cast Set For OPERATION MINCEMEAT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
Following the seventeenth West End and fifth Broadway extensions, the Tony Award® and double Olivier Award-winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT unveils the cast for the UK leg of its world tour.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
Following the seventeenth West End and fifth Broadway extensions, the Tony Award® and double Olivier Award-winning musical OPERATION MINCEMEAT unveils the cast for the UK leg of its world tour.
Cast Set For MAN AND BOY at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
The National Theatre has announced full casting for Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau's (The Crucible) National Theatre debut.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
The National Theatre has announced full casting for Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau's (The Crucible) National Theatre debut.
Exhibition: THE LINBURY PRIZE FOR STAGE DESIGN 2025, National Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Dec 8, 2025
A free exhibition at the National Theatre proves an eye-opener for those of us who, too often, take stage design for granted
by Gary Naylor - Dec 8, 2025
A free exhibition at the National Theatre proves an eye-opener for those of us who, too often, take stage design for granted
Amoeba Productions' COMPOSITION CABARET to Play at Young Ethel's
by Gillian Blum - Dec 7, 2025
Amoeba Productions, a new performing arts nonprofit in New York City, announced The Composition Cabaret — an epic night of live music and community-building.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 7, 2025
Amoeba Productions, a new performing arts nonprofit in New York City, announced The Composition Cabaret — an epic night of live music and community-building.
The Morris Choral Society to Perform Annual Holiday Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
The Morris Choral Society will perform its annual Holiday Concert in Morristown's Methodist Church on the Green. The program is entitled Home for the Holidays: Winters' Many Moods.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
The Morris Choral Society will perform its annual Holiday Concert in Morristown's Methodist Church on the Green. The program is entitled Home for the Holidays: Winters' Many Moods.
Daniel Radcliffe From Stage to Screen: HARRY POTTER to MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Though the revival of Merrily We Roll Along ended its limited Broadway run in 2024, the show will live on in the form of the new filmed version, now in theaters. To celebrate the release of the hit Stephen Sondheim musical, we are taking a look back at the storied careers of its three leading stars, starting with Tony Award-winner Daniel Radcliffe.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Though the revival of Merrily We Roll Along ended its limited Broadway run in 2024, the show will live on in the form of the new filmed version, now in theaters. To celebrate the release of the hit Stephen Sondheim musical, we are taking a look back at the storied careers of its three leading stars, starting with Tony Award-winner Daniel Radcliffe.
A BOUQUET Comes to the National Theatre in Prague
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
A Bouquet by Karel Jaromír Erben comes to the National Theatre in Prague. The most popular of the Czech classics was adapted for the stage. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
A Bouquet by Karel Jaromír Erben comes to the National Theatre in Prague. The most popular of the Czech classics was adapted for the stage. Learn more about the show here!
Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards 2025 Recipients Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced the 2025 recipients of the Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards. The awards provide additional rehearsal time for new works in development at theatres across the country. Sixteen productions will receive a total of $783,000 in support.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced the 2025 recipients of the Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards. The awards provide additional rehearsal time for new works in development at theatres across the country. Sixteen productions will receive a total of $783,000 in support.
HADESTOWN National Tour is Coming To The Ohio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Broadway in Columbus will welcome Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, to Columbus in 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Broadway in Columbus will welcome Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, to Columbus in 2026.
Video: Lesley Manville and Ciarán Hinds Star in New Trailer for MIDWINTER BREAK
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025
Lesley Manville, currently on Broadway in Robert Icke's Oedipus, is starring in Midwinter Break, a new drama film based on the novel by Bernard McLaverty. The official trailer has been released for the feature, which will be released in theaters on February 20, 2026. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025
Lesley Manville, currently on Broadway in Robert Icke's Oedipus, is starring in Midwinter Break, a new drama film based on the novel by Bernard McLaverty. The official trailer has been released for the feature, which will be released in theaters on February 20, 2026. Check it out now.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to the Albany Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
The Albany Theatre's festive adaptation of Beauty and the Beast will hit the stage on December 6, with a combination of the Midland theatrical talent and national theatre stars reimagining the beloved tale for the festive season.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
The Albany Theatre's festive adaptation of Beauty and the Beast will hit the stage on December 6, with a combination of the Midland theatrical talent and national theatre stars reimagining the beloved tale for the festive season.
THE AUDIENCE, THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, and LES LIAISONS Will Come to Cinemas From National Theatre Live
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
Tron Theatre Announce Spring/Summer 26 Season
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Dec 3, 2025
Each play within the Tron Theatre Company programme has a link to a quest – be that young people searching for justice for the climate crisis, a community in pursuit of saving their livelihoods or simply the search for love.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Dec 3, 2025
Each play within the Tron Theatre Company programme has a link to a quest – be that young people searching for justice for the climate crisis, a community in pursuit of saving their livelihoods or simply the search for love.
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!
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!
Franc D'Ambrosio to Celebrate the Holidays at Feinstein’s in Carmel
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025
There will be HOLIDAY CHEER IN CARMEL as Franc D'Ambrosio joyously celebrates the music and magic of the holidays. The moment Franc steps up to the microphone you will immediately get into the spirit of the season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025
There will be HOLIDAY CHEER IN CARMEL as Franc D'Ambrosio joyously celebrates the music and magic of the holidays. The moment Franc steps up to the microphone you will immediately get into the spirit of the season.
Video: Anne Hathaway Transforms Into a Global Pop Star in MOTHER MARY Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
The first trailer has been released for Mother Mary, the music-driven A24 film led by Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel. The trailer teases a dark roller-coaster of a movie, featuring witchcraft, betrayal, and a longtime friendship gone sour. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
The first trailer has been released for Mother Mary, the music-driven A24 film led by Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel. The trailer teases a dark roller-coaster of a movie, featuring witchcraft, betrayal, and a longtime friendship gone sour. Check it out now.
National Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is next for National Theatre?
National Theatre's next show is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child which begins performances on 7/8/2025.
What when was National Theatre built?
National Theatre was built in 1922.
How many seats does National Theatre have?
National Theatre has 1676 seats.
What were the longest running shows at National Theatre?
Hello, Dolly! which ran from 1/16/1964 to 12/27/1970, 1776 which ran from 3/16/1969 to 2/13/1972, West Side Story which ran from 3/19/2009 to 1/2/2011, Call Me Mister which ran from 4/18/1946 to 1/10/1948 and
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