Explore our diverse selection of learning resources, plays and study guides ideal for drama teachers, students and those who work in education.
The National Theatre Bookshop is the UK’s leading theatre bookshop with specialist drama books at the heart of our business. We aim to represent the breadth of what is happening in the world of theatre and stock virtually every new release relating to theatre, from specialist publishers like Samuel French, Nick Hern Books, Methuen and Faber Drama.
Helping to ensure the long-term sustainability of theatre writing and educating the next generation of theatre makers and performers is central to our mission. Whether you're a teacher or a student, we have something at the bookshop just for you
Are you a teacher or do you work in education? We offer discounts for educational orders.
Please contact us to find out more.*
*You need to work in education to validate the discount. We recommend emailing us from your work email address.
Every purchase you make from the National Theatre Bookshop helps fund the vital work of the National Theatre. Whether that's putting new work on stages across the world or supporting our outreach and learning programmes, every purchase you make really does make a difference.
We can facilitate payment via invoice on our online shop for educational institutions who are spending over £100.
Contact us to find out more about this payment method and how to set up your account with us to make your first invoiced purchase.
We are pleased to offer a 10% student discount in-store. To redeem, please show valid student identification to a member of the bookshop team when purchasing your items at the till point.
Among our current staff we have directors, playwrights, actors, and producers all of whom are passionate about sharing their expert knowledge about theatre.
As part of our bespoke service, we offer free 1:1 calls to share our knowledge and enthusiasm for theatre and provide support and educational materials for teachers and students.
The National Theatre Collection brings the best of British Theatre to libraries, schools, universities and the wider education sector.
Explore our range of playtexts featured in the National Theatre Collection. Why not read along with your students as you stream theatre directly to your classroom?
