Every year, we license thousands of amateur performances of NHB-published plays, helping amateur groups, schools, youth theatres and others create their own brilliant productions. With over 1,500 titles on our list, there's no shortage of exciting options! We know that proven, popular hits can serve as important inspiration when planning a season – so to … Continue reading Discover the Most Performed Plays of 2024
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Discover the Most-Performed Plays of 2023
Every year, we license thousands of amateur performances of NHB-published plays, helping amateur groups, schools, youth theatres and others create their own brilliant productions. With over 1,500 titles on our list, there's no shortage of exciting options! However, there are certain shows we see companies are drawn to time and time again – so we're … Continue reading Discover the Most-Performed Plays of 2023
Discover the Most-Performed Plays of 2022
Every year, we license thousands of amateur performances of NHB-published plays, helping amateur groups, schools, youth theatres and others create their own brilliant productions. With over 1,500 titles on our list, there's no shortage of options to choose from. However, there are certain shows we see companies are drawn to time and time again. We've … Continue reading Discover the Most-Performed Plays of 2022
‘He was a giant in the world of theatre’ – a tribute to Peter Brook
Peter Brook, who has sadly died at the age of 97, was one of the most influential and important figures in twentieth-century theatre – described by the Guardian as 'one of theatre’s most visionary and influential thinkers'. The New York Times called him 'a director of scale and humanity, who left an indelible mark'. Brook's … Continue reading ‘He was a giant in the world of theatre’ – a tribute to Peter Brook
Theatre for the Climate Emergency: 100 Plays to Save the World
Fighting climate change is an urgent, universal endeavour – and theatre-makers and playwrights have a vital role to play, capturing the reality of an experience we've never faced before, and envisaging our responses to it. Elizabeth Freestone and Jeanie O'Hare's new book, 100 Plays to Save the World, is a guide to a hundred brilliant … Continue reading Theatre for the Climate Emergency: 100 Plays to Save the World
‘He doggedly pursued his unique vision’: a tribute to Robert Holman
Over the course of a career spanning almost fifty years, Robert Holman garnered a reputation as an extraordinary playwright, who influenced many of today's most renowned dramatists. His plays, which have been staged at leading venues including the Royal Court, Chichester Festival Theatre, Bush Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, Traverse Theatre, Lyric Hammersmith, Donmar Warehouse and … Continue reading ‘He doggedly pursued his unique vision’: a tribute to Robert Holman
‘He was a bit of a wonder’ – a tribute to Antony Sher
Antony Sher, who sadly died this week, was one of the most respected actors of his generation. Most closely associated with the Royal Shakespeare Company – with whom he performed many of the most famous roles in the Shakespearean canon including Richard III, Macbeth, Lear, Prospero, Iago, Falstaff, Shylock, Malvolio and Leontes, as well as … Continue reading ‘He was a bit of a wonder’ – a tribute to Antony Sher
‘What a golden legacy he has left us’ – Nick Hern pays tribute to Stephen Sondheim
Over the course of a career spanning almost seventy years, the American composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim unquestionably established himself as one of the most significant figures in 20th-century theatre. His works include some of the most beloved and renowned musicals of our time, which continue to be produced worldwide, and he has theatres named … Continue reading ‘What a golden legacy he has left us’ – Nick Hern pays tribute to Stephen Sondheim
‘It gives you the freedom to choose’ – Penny O’Connor on the Alexander Technique
The Alexander Technique has revolutionised the physicality, presence and professional lives of generations of actors. By first asking you to identify your own acquired habits, the technique enables you to find new and beneficial ways of moving, thinking, breathing and performing, freely and without unnecessary tension. Here, Penny O'Connor – a teacher of the Technique … Continue reading ‘It gives you the freedom to choose’ – Penny O’Connor on the Alexander Technique
‘For agents to do their job well, you have to play your part too’ – JBR on making the most of the actor-agent relationship
Whatever stage an actor is at in their career, few relationships will be so vital as the one with their agent. And yet despite this, there's still a certain amount of mystery around exactly how agents operate, what their role is, and how to attract and work with them successfully. Here, JBR – who has seen … Continue reading ‘For agents to do their job well, you have to play your part too’ – JBR on making the most of the actor-agent relationship
The Prompt Book 