This is the first part of a three part series where Daniel Rosenthal explores the history of the National Theatre featuring recordings of NT performances and interviews with NT figures such as Alan Bennett, Laurence Olivier and Maggie Smith.

The National Theatre at 50 Part 1

Made for BBC 4 Extra to coincide with the National Theatre's 50th anniversary, Daniel Rosenthal conjures up stories and scenes from a unique national institution, featuring some of theatre's biggest stars and its best-kept backstage secrets. Featured in this collection are exclusive archive materials from past NT productions and interviews with a range of NT figures, including Alan Bennett, Judi Dench, Jane Horrocks, Nicholas Hytner, Maggie Smith and Michael Gambon.

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The National Theatre at 50 Part 1

The National Theatre at 50 Part 1