National Theatre Live brings the best of British theatre to cinema screens all over the UK and beyond, from Tokyo to San Francisco.
With state-of-the-art filming techniques, tailored to every play, we bring you each performance as it happens, in all its glory. From close-ups that capture every flicker of emotion, to sweeping wide shots of the stage.
There’ll be thousands of others all around the world watching along with you. Sharing every gasp, every laugh, every dramatic moment.
Showing on 7/30 (7pm) & 8/3 (10am) on the Big Screen!
Opening
Theatre
Big Screen
Rating
R
Director
Rufus Norris
Starring
Michael Sheen, Sharon Small, Rhodri Meilir
(160min) Confronted with death, Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan’s deepest memories lead him on a mind-bending journey back through his life; from childhood to mining underground, Parliament and fights with Churchill.
Showing on 8/13 (7pm) & 8/17 (10am) on the Big Screen!
Opening
Theatre
Big Screen
Rating
R
Director
Sam Yates
Starring
Andrew Scott
(117min) Andrew Scott brings multiple characters to life in Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, filmed live in West End, London. Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions.
Showing on 8/27 (7pm) & 3/31 (10am) on the Big Screen!
Opening
Theatre
Big Screen
Rating
PG-13
Director
Jonathan Munby
Year
2018
Starring
Ian McKellen, Anita Joy-Uwajeh, Sinead Cusack
(225min) Ian McKellen delivers an iconic performance in the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. Family and state are plunged into a violent power struggle with bitter ends.