Access

Please note that the below information applies to Assisted performances at the National Theatre only. 

For access information for War Horse at the New London Theatre, visit the New London Theatre venue page.

Booking Tickets - National Theatre Access List

To book tickets at the Disabled concessionary rate, you will need to be subscribed to our Access List. Read more information, and print off a sign-up form online. For more information, call 020 7452 3000 or enquire at the Lyttelton Information Desk.

Audio-described, touch tours and captioned performances

We programme audio-described performances and touch tours for visually impaired people and captioned performances for deaf or partially hearing visitors.

Relaxed Performances

Relaxed performances are aimed at anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed performance environment including people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, sensory or communication disorders, or a learning disability.

Audio-Described Performances

Captioned Performances

Relaxed Performances

Backstage Tours

National Theatre Backstage Tours are fully accessible and open to all.

The Contego system, an easy-to-use wireless listening device, is now available for use on National Theatre Backstage Tours for the hearing impaired including  hearing aid users. Please inform the information staff at the time of booking, if you would like to use the Contego system.

Visit the Backstage Tours page for more information.

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Comments and suggestions about disability access at the National are welcome

Tel 020 7452 3284
E-mail access@nationaltheatre.org.uk