Patron events
We are delighted to offer supporters of the National Theatre a range of special events. To book your place, please contact the Development team at support@nationaltheatre.org.uk, or call 020 7452 3218.
Available now
Opening Nights
Wednesday 17 April 2024, London Tide
Wednesday 29 May 2024, Boys from the Blackstuff
Tuesday 2 July 2024, Mnemonic
Thursday 25 July 2024, The Grapes of Wrath
Attend our Opening Night celebrations for Olivier and Lyttelton productions, with a champagne reception ahead of the performance and a post-show party with the company.
Available to: Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 2 per year (Benefactor) or 5 per year (Olivier Circle)
Cast Talkbacks
Tuesday 10 September 2024, The Hot Wing King
Enjoy complimentary pre-show and interval drinks receptions and attend a private post-show talk with members of the cast.*
Available to: Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 4 per year
*Our pre-show drinks receptions are complimentary with the purchase of a performance ticket.
Creative Insights
Wednesday 15 May 2024, Sarah Gordon on Underdog: The Other Other Brontë
Thursday 20 June 2024, London Tide
Enjoy complimentary pre-show and interval drinks receptions and, following the show, stay on for an exclusive post-show discussion with a creative from the production.*
Available to: Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 3 per year
*Our pre-show drinks receptions are complimentary with the purchase of a performance ticket.
Olivier Circle Dinner
Wednesday 5 June 2024
Join us in a beautiful venue for a very special celebration of your support, hosted by Rufus Norris and Kate Varah. Enjoy a seated dinner and exclusive performances, all in the company of National Theatre artists.
Available to: Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year
NT Revealed
Friday 14 June 2024, London Tide
Head on stage and go behind-the-scenes at the National Theatre. Through a series of insightful talks and demonstrations with our theatre-makers, discover how our productions are taken from page to stage.
Available to: Young Patron Premium, Supporting Cast, Young Patron Ambassador, Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year
Coming soon
Annual Directors’ Lunch
Join Rufus Norris, Kate Varah and a host of special guests at our Annual Directors’ Lunch.
Available to: Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year
Recent event: Annual Directors’ Lunch at Lasdun, November 2023
Family Day
Bring the younger theatregoers in your life to an activity-packed afternoon at the National Theatre. Immerse yourselves in the world of one of our productions and enjoy lunch before taking your seat for that afternoon’s performance.
Available to: Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year
Recent event: Family Day around The Witches, December 2023
Annual Supporters’ Celebration
Enjoy a pre-show and post-show reception with members of the cast and creative team, in celebration of your brilliant support.
Available to: Young Patron Premium, Supporting Cast, Young Patron Ambassador, Patrons, Premier Patrons, Benefactors and Olivier Circle Members
Frequency: 1 per year
Recent event: Annual Supporters’ Celebration around Dear Octopus, February 2024
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