Overview

Go backstage at the National Theatre and hear from experts on every aspect of stagecraft, from acting and directing to set building, costume design and prop-making. Focusing on famous National Theatre productions, like War Horse, and packed with interesting tricks of the trade and ideas to try at home, this is the definitive theatre book for anyone interested in theatre.

REVIEWS

"A brilliant introduction the theatre" Benedict Cumberbatch

"Every aspect of play production is covered in this brilliant introduction to theatre […] Every aspiring young actor will find in this book a fascinating guide and invaluable tool. There are even things to try at home. This is all about theatre and impossible to put down once opened!"  Inis Reading Guide

"This sumptuously illustrated and clear book is one of the best information books for young people I've ever seen […] It should be in every school library and drama department so that any youngster with the slightest interest in theatre can get properly clued up - and entertained because there's a lot of well-I-never stuff here."  The Stage

"Bravo for this brilliant and inspiring book! […] There's a huge amount of information packed in, with quotes and comments from the professionals involved, technical information, stats and facts, and tips for you to try at home. By the end readers will have a really good understanding of theatre and no doubt a burning desire to see more shows and to put on plays themselves."  Julia Eccleshare's Pick of the Year 2015, Lovereading 4 Kids