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Introducing our new National Theatre play subscription

Experience a new National Theatre play every month with our one-of-a-kind play in the post subscription! Immerse yourself in captivating stories, expertly chosen by our knowledgeable booksellers.

National Theatre Connections 2025

Marking its 30th anniversary, National Theatre Connections 2025 draws together ten new plays for young people to perform, from some of the UK's most exciting and popular playwrights.

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Each print is taken from original National Theatre artworks.

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