A Sense of Theatre: The Untold Story of Britain's National Theatre

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Author: Richard Pilbrow, Richard Eyre

Format: Hardback

Pages: 560

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by Richard Pilbrow

Experience the extraordinary journey of the National Theatre from its inception to its iconic status as one of the world's most renowned theatres. This eye-witness account, A Sense of Theatre, reveals the behind-the-scenes challenges and innovation that ultimately resulted in the birth and triumph of this revolutionary theatre.

Through the incredible architecture of Sir Denys Lasdun and the innovative approach to theatre design pioneered by Richard Pilbrow, discover how the National Theatre has changed the theatrical landscape worldwide. With contributions from leading players in British theatre and exclusive insights into the collaborative process between architecture and theatre, this book captures the passion, innovation, and ultimate success of the National Theatre.

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