National Theatre in Schools

Hello teachers! We are @NationalTheatre's Schools Team. For primary and secondary schools across the UK.

Account monitored 10am - 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Are you studying for your GCSEs?

@bbcbitesize have launched a new podcast, exploring English exam tips and tricks, featuring special guest, our very own Nina Cassells of Ballet Shoes!

Find out more here 👇
Language: https://t.co/VVutdwuJXU
Literature: https://t.co/9gs22aADvr

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This National Apprenticeship Week, why not check out our Skills Centre? Learn about our apprenticeships, resources, short courses, and professional development opportunities: https://t.co/UBq0oJa2FB

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We're ending the week with a resource round-up: GCSE English set text edition. Download free Learning Guides, lesson plans and rehearsal insights for help with revision or teaching 📚 https://t.co/mhb42djzKI

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Want to know more about a career in set design? 🖌️ Watch designer Frankie Bradshaw and props supervisor Camilla Winter discuss the design process for 'Ballet Shoes' in our latest Careers Insight.
https://t.co/KMlJgaPZFc

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This year's artists include: Graeae Theatre Company, Gecko Theatre, Shakespeare North, Indhu Rubasingham (Director and Co-Chief Executive at the National Theatre) and many more. Find out more: https://t.co/XqkQNV6gqu

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🎭 Applications are open for our 2026 Drama Teacher Conference! From 16-17 February, we're partnering with @brumhippodrome to deliver a series of inspiring workshops and talks. Don't miss out - apply by 1 December! https://t.co/Nd7OgdpeMB
#DTC2026

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What better way to start the week than with a new resource for 'Hamlet'?💀With teaching activities and lesson plans, this learning guide explores key themes in the play through comparing our past productions.
https://t.co/vGCrvTU1QA

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Need help with the devising process? 🎭 Bring the action of our touring production, 'The LeftBehinds', into the classroom with new resources designed to support with devising. https://t.co/gnRmg5vjYK

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We've released 12 free resources for primary schools to accompany our latest Primary Collection titles. Each resource supports creative learning across the curriculum. Find out more: https://t.co/wbzWzKzbsK

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Why not end the week by browsing our FREE resource for 'Blues for an Alabama Sky'? One of six new plays on our Collection, it provides detailed study of the production, teaching activities, and pointers to further research. Dive in: https://t.co/iI5t8hsHYj

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Ever wanted to know more about the intricate work of our Costume, Wigs and Makeup department? 👗 Now you can with our FREE online exhibition: https://t.co/aaOSzsWLTD

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STARTING TODAY!!!

Schools across Salford Wigan & Rochdale have been working to 'Speak Up' about issues which are important to them🗣️

Visit the interactive 'Speak Up' Exhibition at Wigan Library from Thursday 10 July to Saturday 12 July in partnership with The Lowry

#NTSpeakUP

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🚨 New resource alert: 'Much Ado About Nothing' 🚨 Discover the creative production elements in our 2022 production, from set and costume design to lighting and sound. https://t.co/4cgIxnsrbz

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Have you heard about our new Careers in Action guided tour? From creative careers to backstage departments, step behind the curtain and discover what it takes to create world-class theatre.
https://t.co/yGriAiINoW

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Happy International Day of Play! 🥳

Why not explore our 'Five Creative Ways' resources, specially created to support primary teachers to use creative learning strategies?
https://t.co/g0ayS8nY5l

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🗄️It's International Archives Day! 🗄️Why not explore all the ways our Archive can transform your lessons with our handy 'Teacher's Guides'? https://t.co/dllI0bXPMV

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🎟️ Our Connections 2025 shows are now on sale! 🎟️ Connections is our nationwide youth theatre festival. Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, the programme has a history of championing the talent of young people from across the UK. Find out more: https://t.co/R5zFdKbB2n

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To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, we're excited to share 'The Next Morning', a new short film by Olivier Award-winning writer James Graham.
Watch the film, access the accompanying resource and learn about our year-long Schools Engagement programme: https://t.co/UYsT6I3BL2

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☀️ New week, new resource! ☀️ Dive into 'Three Sisters', adapted by Inua Ellams, with downloadable PDFs and short videos exploring our 2019 production. https://t.co/NjOCuydZNm

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Hear from the Speak Up Council, who represent young people across England. Experience inspiring artwork created by talented young artists, engage in impactful discussions on topics & themes chosen by our Council & participate in practical workshops that empower & spark creativity

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Book your free ticket to our Speak Up: Arts Everywhere Symposium on Thursday 24 July @NationalTheatre to celebrate #NTSpeakUp

https://t.co/058quOMdMA