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Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

David Harewood returns to Othello: I don't just want to open the door but kick it down for the people behind me'

David Harewood returns to Othello in a West End production, revisiting a role intertwined with Laurence Olivier's controversial 1964 blackface portrayal and historic casting barriers.
Arts
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

The National Theatre has just announced its spring 2026 season

National Theatre's 2026 spring season emphasizes classic revivals, including rare productions of Man and Boy, Summerfolk, and Les Liaisons Dangereuses.
London
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

London's Pocket Parks: Natural Dye and Wellbeing Garden, SE1

A rooftop pocket park at the National Theatre grows dye plants used to produce natural dyes for costumes, supporting sustainable theatre production.
fromianVisits
1 month ago

National Theatre explores Ancient Greeks and modern backstage life in twin exhibitions

The Greeks exhibition is mainly a cluster of display boards and some videos, so while it's informative about how plays were staged, as an exhibition, I had been hoping for something a bit more visual. There is one scale model of a stage set, but otherwise, it's short snapshots of plays past. I suspect if you're really into ancient Greek plays, the insights will be interesting, but otherwise, it was something I didn't spend that much time with. It also needed better lighting to read the text.
Photography
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I haven't even googled how to write a play!': Nima Taleghani bringing rap to the National Theatre

Nima Taleghani, an actor and rapper, debuts a rap-infused adaptation of The Bacchae as the first playwright staged on the National Theatre's Olivier stage.
Arts
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Judi Dench, Ian McKellen and Wretch 32 will headline the National Theatre

National Theatre's Next Chapter presents conversations with Ian McKellen and Judi Dench and a theatrical reimagining of Wretch 32's album exploring Black British identity.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Reeves inadvertently breached rules on gifts, says MPs' watchdog

Rachel Reeves breached parliamentary rules by failing to register gifts within the required deadline.
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

Three massive hit London plays will be screened in cinemas later this year

The National Theatre's NT Live programme will debut three major London theatre productions in cinemas, providing high-quality recordings of live performances worldwide.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Serbian artists criticise role for ex-paramilitary chief on national theatre board

Bokan's appointment reflects a political crackdown on the arts, aimed at punishing those supporting government opposition, as protests against the nationalist regime escalate.
Europe politics
London music
fromTime Out London
5 months ago

David Harewood and Toby Jones will star in Shakespeare's 'Othello' in the West End this autumn

David Harewood returns to play Othello, first Black actor to do so at National Theatre, emphasizing excitement for this opportunity.
London politics
fromTime Out London
6 months ago

Stormzy, Punchdrunk, Paul Mescal and the return of rep feature in Indhu Rubasingham's first National Theatre season

Indhu Rubasingham unveils a two-year international program for the National Theatre, focusing on innovative adaptations and renowned talent.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Mescal and Stormzy set for National Theatre shows

Paul Mescal will star in two classic plays at the National Theatre in 2027, showcasing themes of family and societal expectations.
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