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Much Ado About Nothing

Zoë Wanamaker plays Beatrice and Simon Russell Beale plays Benedick in the critically acclaimed, sell-out production from the National Theatre.

 

Our feature contains footage of set scenes for Key Stage 3 SATS exams in rehearsal and performance.

Henry V

This modern dress production was made while Britain was at war with Iraq. The battle scenes had to be realistic.

His Dark Materials

Experience the production process of this trilogy using an interactive timeline.

Beasts and Beauties

Find out how Bristol Old Vic transferred eight tales of blood and bones from story to stage in Beasts and Beauties.

The Crucible

Follow the production process of this classic play that toured to six regional theatres.

UN Inspector

Follow how this modern adaptation of Gogol's The Government Inspector was produced.

Coram Boy

Find out how the novel Coram Boy was adapted for stage at the National Theatre.

Richard III

Explore the progress of this bloody tale through rehearsals into performance.

The Life of Galileo

Discover how Brecht's story of a Renaissance astronomer is made relevant to today.

The Caucasian Chalk Circle

Read the rehearsal diaries for the National's newest touring production

Rhinoceros

Explore the Royal Court's new production of Ionesco's 20th century classic

Women of Troy

Katie Mitchell's production of Euripides' Greek tragedy takes a fresh look at the traumatic aftermath of war.

Much Ado About Nothing

Nicholas Hytner's production of Shakespeare's comedy reveals the hidden darkness within the play.

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