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The home of the National Theatre turns 50: six figures from its history pick the shows they wish they could see again
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The National Theatre celebrates the 50th anniversary of its iconic Southbank brutalist building. Key industry figures, including Lesley Manville and Indhu Rubasingham, have curated a selection of landmark performances that define the venue’s cultural legacy.
- 01London's iconic brutalist National Theatre building reaches its fifty-year milestone on the Southbank
- 02Prominent theater figures identify historical landmark shows for potential revival or retrospective recognition
- 03Current artistic leadership and acclaimed actors participate in the venue's half-century anniversary commemoration
- 04The selection highlights the enduring cultural impact of the institution's diverse performance history
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As the iconic brutalist venue hits 50, Lesley Manville, Indhu Rubasingham and more pick the landmark shows they’d love to bring back