Learn & explore
The National Theatre is for everyone. Discover our range of programmes, events and resources. Get involved at the South Bank in London, across the UK and online.
Whether you’re a teacher or a student, if you’re looking for a career in theatre or a way to express yourself – there is something for everyone.
I feel as though this experience was […] extremely important because it allowed me to discover new elements of drama and take my future career into consideration, as well as being able to consider certain A Levels.
Student, New Views 22/23
What can we help with?
Schools
Primary / Secondary / Further Education (FE) / Special Education Needs & Disabilities (SEND).
Young People
Opportunities for young people aged 13-25.
Theatreworks: training for business
The National Theatre’s communication skills training for professionals. Offering practical open courses for individuals or bespoke training for organisations.
Discover
From podcasts to resources to teacher packs, there’s lots to explore.
Our funders
The Mohn Westlake Foundation supports nationwide Learning programmes for young people.
The Hearn Foundation is the Principal Funder of the Primary Schools programme.
Nationwide learning is supported by Buffini Chao Foundation, Clore Duffield Foundation, Tim & Sarah Bunting, MFPA Trust Fund for the Training of Disabled Children in the Arts, Behrens Foundation, Cleopatra Trust, and The Andor Charitable Trust.
More to explore
Archive
Visit the National Theatre’s Archive holding a treasure trove of material.
National Theatre Collection
World class theatre in your classroom – free for all UK state schools.
Theatre Nation Partnerships
Find out how we’re working in partnership across the UK.
Public Acts
Creating extraordinary acts of theatre and community.
News
Even coaches need coaches: preparing for TEDx with Theatreworks
Science communicator Jo Browning turned to Theatreworks when she had to deliver a nine-minute presentation at TEDx Basel. Read all about how she found the right coaching for her and the job!
Speak Up Year 1: The Story So Far
Read all about an action-packed first year on our nationwide Speak Up programme – encouraging young people to think, see and bring about change in their communities.
Archive Unboxed: The House of Bernarda Alba
From the Archive team: read about the history of Lorca’s The House of Bernarda Alba in translation at the National Theatre, ahead of our new production of the classic play.