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Producing National Theatre
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A lot goes on behind the scenes of a production to make sure everything goes according to plan. Any number of people can be attached to a show, working on numerous projects in different departments. These many different strands of work have to be brought together, and there can be a lot to keep track of. This collection focuses on the many organisational roles that keep a production under control.
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On Tour: An introduction
Padraig Cusack, associate producer of the National Theatre explains why and how the NT goes on tour.
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On Tour: Adapting a show
In this film Padraig Cusack discusses the aesthetic and physical considerations of touring a series of different venues. New venues can challenge not just technical aspects of a show, but also the actors' performances.
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On Tour: Costs
Padraig Cusack discusses the different types of cost involved when a production goes on tour to different venues.
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On Tour: The get-in
When a production is on tour the amount of time the crew needs to allocate the set depends on several factors, such as the size of the production and the venue. The very beginning and end of the week seem to be always the hardest.
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On Tour: Gethsemane at Brighton
Padraig Cusack talks about transporting the production of Gesthemane to be performed in Brighton.
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On Tour: Long running shows
It's always useful to consider the future life of a production. The History Boys is a great example of the National Theatre’s long-running shows: it's been staged on Broadway and twice in the West End, has toured the UK three times and once around the world. When a production runs for a long time, it can be constantly developing, and many new things can be discovered over time.