The National Theatre in London has revealed its 2027 programming lineup, which comprises 18 productions spanning the institution’s multiple venues. The slate includes eight world premieres and features appearances by several high-profile actors, establishing a notably star-studded season.
Paul Mescal will undertake a repertory season in the Lyttelton theater, performing as Biff Loman in a production of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” directed by Rebecca Frecknall, followed by a performance as Michael Carney in Tom Murphy’s “A Whistle in the Dark,” a co-production with Ireland’s Abbey Theatre. The “Death of a Salesman” production will also feature Tracy Letts making his U.K. stage acting debut as Willy Loman, alongside Monica Dolan and Ciarán Hinds. Emma Corrin will star in Michael Grandage’s revival of Tennessee Williams’ “Suddenly Last Summer,” marking Grandage’s first National Theatre production since 2010. Emilia Clarke will make her National Theatre debut in David Hare’s “Plenty,” directed by Richard Eyre and staged during both Hare’s 80th birthday year and the play’s 50th anniversary. Uzo Aduba, a three-time Emmy winner, will debut at the venue in Oladipo Agboluaje’s family drama “The Adeyemis – A Family Saga.”
Among the world premieres, James Graham’s “Major” will reunite the writer with director Jeremy Herrin to chronicle John Major’s ascent to prime minister. Director Indhu Rubasingham will stage Moira Buffini’s “The Great Indaba,” a co-production examining the 1998 Good Friday Agreement. Additional new works include Carmen Nasr’s “Samira,” set during the Arab Spring, and Natasha Gordon’s stage adaptation of Bernardine Evaristo’s “Mr Loverman.” The season also features revivals of classic works such as “West Side Story” and Tom Stoppard’s “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.”
Beyond the main season, productions will tour regional theaters and transfer to other London venues. The digital expansion of the National Theatre’s reach in 2027 includes over 25 new titles added to its streaming service, a free YouTube presentation of “The Jungle Book,” and additional content for educational purposes.
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