About Us
Our Mission
We believe that great theatre sparks imagination and brings people together.
Every day we strive to make the world a better place through theatre; entertaining and inspiring audiences around the world, using our creativity, expertise and unique reach.
We are your National Theatre. You’ll find us in theatres. In cinemas. In schools. And online.
What we do
Audiences
We entertain audiences across the UK and around the world. Making world-class theatre accessible to everyone, everywhere.
Theatre-makers
We invest in the UK’s creative industries, creating opportunities for freelance theatre-makers and developing the next generation of talent.
Young people
We ignite the creativity of young people, reaching over 40,000 individuals every year with our nationwide learning programmes.
Community partnerships
We build sustained partnerships with theatres and community organisations who believe theatre can be a force for change.
The National Theatre is a registered charity. Your support can help hundreds of thousands of people experience the joy of theatre.
National partnerships
Our Theatre Nation Partnerships network connects theatres and creative organisations in 13 priority areas of England.
Across the next three years we’ll reach over 500,000 people, creating more opportunities for people to engage with theatre in their area, supporting the long-term health of local theatre audiences.
Careers & opportunities
We employ thousands of people every year.
From writers to chefs, engineers to scenic artists; every member of the National Theatre company plays a crucial role in creating an unforgettable experience.
Find out how you can join us, and browse our current vacancies, apprenticeships, work placements or volunteering opportunities.
Facts & figures
Our history
Discover our story, from our foundation in 1963 to the creation of some of the best known plays in the world.
Sustainability
Follow our journey towards carbon neutrality – implementing the Theatre Green Book, and reducing our organisational impact.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Find out more about our work to make the National Theatre an inclusive and representative organisation, on and off stage.
Annual reports
See how we’ve delivered on our charitable mission, and read our official results from the past financial year.
More to explore
Bloomberg Connects
Download the free Bloomberg Connects app for podcasts, interviews, and a backstage tour.
Explore our Archive
From prompts to prop scripts – photographs to recordings, our archive holds a treasure trove of information from our history.
Explore our spaces
Inside our building, you’ll find three theatres, spacious foyers, multiple learning spaces and a private events venue.